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G401 YMO

1989 Volkswagen Caravan

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,767 mi
Last recorded89,767 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Caravan134,486 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 YMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 89,767 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 89,612 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 89,509 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 89,473 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 88,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 88,328 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 87,954 miles

all 4 tyres side walls prished

Pass 30 Apr 2018 87,631 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 87,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 86,749 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 86,749 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2015 86,465 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 85,826 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 85,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 May 2011 84,509 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2010 83,776 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre has cracked side walls.

Fail 1 Jul 2010 83,776 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre has cracked side walls.

Pass 30 Jun 2009 82,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 82,034 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 81,559 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 80,257 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 80,257 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edges

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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G401 YMO is a 1989 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 134,486 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 G401 YMO, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G401 YMO?

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What year was G401 YMO registered?

G401 YMO is a 1989 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 20 December 1989.

Is G401 YMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G401 YMO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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