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BRN 141R

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,296 mi
Last recorded29,296 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRN 141R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 29,296 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 29,229 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 277,462 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 277,461 miles

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

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

Front Braking system leaking leaking from master cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 26,030 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 26,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 25,876 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 25,876 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 25,965 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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BRN 141R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BRN 141R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRN 141R?

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What year was BRN 141R registered?

BRN 141R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 25 March 1977.

Is BRN 141R safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRN 141R shows 9 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.

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