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J850 MDD

1991 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

125,965 mi
Last recorded125,965 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Motor Caravan112,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ850 MDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 125,965 miles

fan belt / pully

Fail 16 May 2025 125,960 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

fan belt / pully

Pass 17 May 2024 125,740 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 125,740 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2023 124,249 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2023 124,166 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 121,846 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2021 118,118 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 118,118 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 116,555 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 111,003 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 106,926 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 106,926 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 98,183 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 91,664 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 83,333 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 70,689 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 68,829 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 68,829 miles

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 May 2012 66,831 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 66,330 miles
Fail 8 May 2011 66,330 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 63,559 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 63,559 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 60,418 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 55,517 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2008 55,517 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 55,474 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

minimal play in the rack

near side front tyre perrished

play in both rear wheel bearings

play in the near side front wheel brg

Pass 14 Jun 2006 52,910 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 52,839 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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J850 MDD is a 1991 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 112,664 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J850 MDD, 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 35 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 J850 MDD registered?

J850 MDD is a 1991 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 9 August 1991.

Is J850 MDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J850 MDD shows 30 tests with a 63.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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