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AHO 502R

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

87,893 mi
Last recorded87,893 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHO 502R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 87,893 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

no windows fitted to rear of van

Fail 3 May 2017 87,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked nut loose (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering column universal joint retaining device missing bolt missing (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

no windows fitted to rear of van

Fail 27 Jul 2016 87,891 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam headlamps alternating main to dip (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play lock nut loose (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced play in bush and bolts (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose lock nut (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front seat missing

no windows fitted to sides of van

Fail 18 Jul 2013 87,891 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

both front wheels very close to suspension top arms.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 82,793 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 22 May 2009 78,766 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 78,765 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 3 Jun 2008 71,776 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 66,009 miles

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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AHO 502R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 46,488 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 AHO 502R, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AHO 502R registered?

AHO 502R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 16 May 1977.

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