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G818 VNF

1990 Volkswagen Caravan

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

117,968 mi
Last recorded117,968 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Caravan146,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG818 VNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 117,968 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 117,769 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

front suspension corroded

Fail 21 Apr 2021 117,766 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all front suspension corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2013 117,419 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 113,439 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 113,439 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 113,201 miles

nearside registration plate lamp lens missing

Fail 27 Apr 2010 113,201 miles

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

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

nearside registration plate lamp lens missing

Pass 9 Aug 2008 108,977 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 108,960 miles

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Clutch hydraulic pipe corroded to excess

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 101,778 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 101,758 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 95,356 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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G818 VNF is a 1990 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 146,636 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 Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G818 VNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G818 VNF registered?

G818 VNF is a 1990 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 28 March 1990.

Is G818 VNF safe to buy?

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