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B526 ODF

1985 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

33,450 mi
Last recorded33,450 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Motor Caravan64,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB526 ODF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 33,450 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 33,274 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 33,274 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 32,700 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 32,700 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 28,533 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 28,122 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 27,615 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 26,973 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 26,972 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% low effort and binding (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2017 26,640 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 26,640 miles

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

Offside front brake binding with low effort (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2016 26,410 miles

both front tyres perished and splitting

Very Excessive oil leaks

Fail 7 Jul 2016 26,409 miles

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

Offside front brake binding with low effort (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished around tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished around tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front tyres perished and splitting

Very Excessive oil leaks

Pass 11 Jul 2015 25,150 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 23,935 miles

rear number plate cracked but not insecure.

Fail 9 Jul 2014 23,934 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear brake pipe end clip missing,pipe supported and not insecure.

offside front wiper blade starting to split on ends.

rear number plate cracked but not insecure.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 23,934 miles

rear brake flexi hoses corroded on ends and will require attention.

rear number plate cracked.

rear tyres close to legal limit and will require attention.

tailgate struts weak and do not keep tailgate open.

Pass 4 Jul 2012 23,192 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 23,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 21,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 21,035 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2010 19,120 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 19,120 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 16,279 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2009 16,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 12,909 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 10,711 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 9,089 miles

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

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

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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B526 ODF is a 1985 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 64,269 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 B526 ODF, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B526 ODF registered?

B526 ODF is a 1985 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 February 1985.

Is B526 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B526 ODF shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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