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G816 TBD

1990 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Diesel 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

301,573 mi
Last recorded301,573 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Caravelle142,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG816 TBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 301,573 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 300,792 miles

front to rear brake pipe corroding

nearside front door step corroded

offside rear inner wheel arch area corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 296,629 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 278,100 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front nomber plate damage

Pass 20 May 2014 264,181 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 247,958 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 May 2013 247,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 239,355 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 222,945 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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G816 TBD is a 1990 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,589cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 142,633 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 G816 TBD, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G816 TBD registered?

G816 TBD is a 1990 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G816 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G816 TBD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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