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C652 REG

1986 Volkswagen Caravan

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,910 mi
Last recorded36,910 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2009
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Caravan49,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC652 REG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2009 36,910 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 36,889 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 May 2008 850 miles

nearside handbrake outer cable cover deteriorated

Fail 22 May 2008 850 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

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

nearside handbrake outer cable cover deteriorated

Pass 22 May 2007 97,523 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 93,458 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 88,077 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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C652 REG is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 49,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C652 REG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 40 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C652 REG registered?

C652 REG is a 1986 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 26 March 1986.

Is C652 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C652 REG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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