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J749 DHM

1992 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,861 mi
Last recorded72,861 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle153,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ749 DHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 72,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2022 72,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 72,734 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2018 72,733 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Spare tyre defective ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 69,298 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc's corroded (3.5.1i)

corrosion on scuttle panel

Fail 15 Jul 2016 69,298 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported around battery (1.9.2a)

Emissions not tested poor running (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases all system leaking (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage 1/4 bumper missing (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' large crack (8.3.1a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 20 Jan 2012 67,465 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 16 Jan 2012 67,460 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 64,637 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 64,634 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

steering damper rubbing on exhaust

Pass 24 Apr 2009 64,200 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 64,200 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

belly tray fitted

off side front lower ball joint rubber split

rear seats folded away so could not test rear belts

Pass 11 Oct 2007 63,186 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 63,186 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 60,937 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 60,937 miles

Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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J749 DHM is a 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 153,096 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 Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J749 DHM, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J749 DHM registered?

J749 DHM is a 1992 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 13 February 1992.

Is J749 DHM safe to buy?

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