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E862 DHG

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

Red Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

173,379 mi
Last recorded173,379 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE862 DHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 173,379 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 169,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 169,233 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 166,095 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 162,081 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 162,080 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 159,203 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 156,227 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 156,216 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2020 153,287 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 152,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 147,600 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 144,507 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside and offside front tyres perished

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 26 May 2011 141,158 miles

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 23 May 2011 141,136 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 13 May 2010 138,335 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 136,189 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 136,189 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 130,378 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 130,378 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 126,695 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 126,695 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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E862 DHG is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in Red with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E862 DHG, 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 E862 DHG?

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What year was E862 DHG registered?

E862 DHG is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 4 September 1987.

Is E862 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E862 DHG shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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