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E818 SHA

1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,845 mi
Last recorded114,845 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan105,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE818 SHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 114,845 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 114,762 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 114,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 114,722 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 114,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2015 113,670 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 113,636 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 May 2014 112,181 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 108,798 miles

underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Apr 2013 108,789 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2012 106,811 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 105,723 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 105,025 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 101,028 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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E818 SHA is a 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 105,723 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E818 SHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E818 SHA?

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What year was E818 SHA registered?

E818 SHA is a 1988 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 2 June 1988.

Is E818 SHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E818 SHA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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