MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
132,249 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre nearing legal limit currently at 3mm also cut but no cords exposed and cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear underside of body has a hole caused by corrosion but not within prescribed area
Offside Front wing corroded near step but no sharp edges
Offside Rear underside of body has a hole caused by corrosion but not within prescribed area
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill above jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill around jacking point and rear suspension arm mounting and under door (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill above jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch next to suspension arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre nearing legal limit currently at 3mm also cut but no cords exposed and cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front door corroded but no sharp edges
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear underside of body has a hole caused by corrosion but not within prescribed area
Offside Front wing corroded near step but no sharp edges
Offside Rear underside of body has a hole caused by corrosion but not within prescribed area
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear has a hole caused by corrosion but not within prescribed area
Offside Rear has a hole caused by corrosion but not within prescribed area
underside surface corrosion
Nearside Rear has a hole caused by corrosion but not within a perscribed area
Offside Rear has a hole caused by corrosion but not within a perscribed area
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Grating (7.7 (c))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear has a hole caused by corrosion but not within a perscribed area
Offside Rear has a hole caused by corrosion but not within a perscribed area
Offside Rear floor holed but not in prescribed are
corrosion to exhaust
front brakes sticking
front wiper/washer switch (dry sticking)
corrosion to front brake discs
o/s/f brake sticking slightly
o/s/r tyre slight uneven wear
slight blow from exhaust
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
corrosion to front brake discs
o/s/f brake sticking slightly
o/s/r tyre slight uneven wear
slight blow from exhaust
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A901 XFT is a 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Beige with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,522 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 A901 XFT, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A901 XFT registered?
A901 XFT is a 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1983.
Is A901 XFT safe to buy?
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