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G175 YRJ

1990 Volkswagen Caravan

White Diesel 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

211,444 mi
Last recorded211,444 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Caravan146,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG175 YRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,589cc
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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 211,444 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe - slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel hose starting to crack - from fuel tank

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 211,389 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside - left hand drive headlamps (4.1.2 (c))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe - slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel hose starting to crack - from fuel tank

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 207,301 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 204,944 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 204,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2022 203,882 miles

exhaust rattle

Fail 7 Jun 2022 203,882 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

exhaust rattle

Pass 25 May 2021 197,897 miles

exhaust rear section rattling

Pass 19 May 2020 194,367 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 191,500 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 188,833 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 185,757 miles

Exhaust rattling

Fail 31 May 2017 185,757 miles

Exhaust rattling

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 183,176 miles

exhaust heat shield rattle

Pass 1 Jun 2015 180,010 miles

exhaust heatshield rattling

Pass 9 Jun 2014 177,824 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 175,072 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 175,072 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 171,844 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 171,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 May 2011 167,436 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 162,467 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 162,441 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 162,441 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 160,610 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

brake pipes also slight corroshion

coolant pipes slightly corroded,

Fail 30 Aug 2007 160,591 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

STRONGLY ADVISE diesel leak off pipes to be replaced ,poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2006 156,190 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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G175 YRJ is a 1990 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,589cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 146,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G175 YRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G175 YRJ registered?

G175 YRJ is a 1990 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G175 YRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G175 YRJ shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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