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E86 KAJ

1987 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,097 mi
Last recorded35,097 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle99,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE86 KAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 35,097 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 34,755 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 33,861 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 33,505 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 33,434 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 32,556 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 32,074 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 29,819 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 29,449 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 26,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 23,175 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 23,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 19,631 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 18,766 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 17,576 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 16,707 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,088 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 15,314 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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E86 KAJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 E86 KAJ, 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 E86 KAJ?

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What year was E86 KAJ registered?

E86 KAJ is a 1987 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 14 August 1987.

Is E86 KAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E86 KAJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E86 KAJ have outstanding finance?

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