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G843 TBD

1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

223,709 mi
Last recorded223,709 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan117,112 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG843 TBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 223,709 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 223,705 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced at engine mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 221,611 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive sump corrosion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn mounting (2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 219,634 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 219,628 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from joint block to front (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions unable to be completed Excess smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Loose cable

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Nov 2022 216,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 213,275 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 213,272 miles

Brake performance not tested Burst pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2020 211,351 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 210,848 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 208,926 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 203,369 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 200,101 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 196,382 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 190,203 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 182,204 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 256,204 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 256,188 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 254,864 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 254,864 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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G843 TBD is a 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,589cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 117,112 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 G843 TBD, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G843 TBD registered?

G843 TBD is a 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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