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BDC 757T

1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,254 mi
Last recorded1,254 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan50,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDC 757T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 1,254 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 99,798 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 98,561 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 98,485 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 98,382 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 98,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2009 97,721 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 97,721 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 94,216 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 94,216 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 93,607 miles

severe engine oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2006 93,596 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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BDC 757T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 50,158 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 BDC 757T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BDC 757T?

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What year was BDC 757T registered?

BDC 757T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is BDC 757T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDC 757T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BDC 757T have outstanding finance?

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