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H989 ETT

1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

86,085 mi
Last recorded86,085 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan117,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH989 ETT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 86,085 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 84,640 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 83,245 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 79,974 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2021 79,959 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end modification unsafe nut insecure (2.1.3 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 78,316 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 77,651 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 77,281 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 76,707 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 76,137 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside steering rack gaitor slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Sep 2013 75,383 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 74,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2012 74,525 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2011 71,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 71,678 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 69,604 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

slight lift in both front upper ball joints

Fail 7 Sep 2010 69,600 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

slight lift in both front upper ball joints

Pass 29 Sep 2009 66,071 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 64,083 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 64,083 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 61,421 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 61,420 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 58,349 miles

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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H989 ETT is a 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 H989 ETT, 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

How do I check the history of H989 ETT?

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What year was H989 ETT registered?

H989 ETT is a 1990 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 August 1990.

Is H989 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H989 ETT shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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