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D815 DDG

1987 Volkswagen Unknown

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

196,878 mi
Last recorded196,878 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Unknown147,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD815 DDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 196,878 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 192,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (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))

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

Fail 21 Mar 2025 192,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked with yellow chalk (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (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))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2024 190,206 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 186,348 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 185,279 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 182,630 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 181,131 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

HORN REQUIRES ATTENTION

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 179,818 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 176,773 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush "D" BUSH (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush "D" BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 172,407 miles

HORN REQUIRES ATTENTION

SLIGHTLY SMOKEY ENGINE

Pass 24 Mar 2016 167,436 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play INNER TRACK ROD ARM (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush W/BONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 160,938 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 156,191 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 153,385 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 153,384 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 151,001 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 146,460 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

REAR BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION

Pass 17 Mar 2010 141,991 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 136,974 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

REAR BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION

Pass 5 Mar 2008 132,275 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 128,362 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 123,981 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 123,918 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

log book details

slight brake bind nsf

small play in front wheel bearings

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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D815 DDG is a 1987 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 147,242 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D815 DDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 39 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D815 DDG registered?

D815 DDG is a 1987 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 19 March 1987.

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