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E628 YKX

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

82,110 mi
Last recorded82,110 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE628 YKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 82,110 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 81,981 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 81,962 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 81,606 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 80,725 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 80,589 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 79,969 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 79,969 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 79,272 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 78,565 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 77,500 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 75,985 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 74,729 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 73,203 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 72,612 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 71,387 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 69,799 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 67,974 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 67,974 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2009 65,956 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 64,545 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 63,968 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 61,320 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
5,286
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
24,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 8,177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,996
position lamp(s) not working 4,827
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E628 YKX is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 99,479 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E628 YKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravelle typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E628 YKX?

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What year was E628 YKX registered?

E628 YKX is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 16 September 1987.

Is E628 YKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E628 YKX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E628 YKX have outstanding finance?

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