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C856 NMB

1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

328,755 mi
Last recorded328,755 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan74,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC856 NMB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 328,755 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both inner steering rack joints have slight play

offside sliding door corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2024 322,871 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 319,571 miles

Headlamp aim converters fitted at time of test

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2023 319,528 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim converters fitted at time of test

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2006 299,186 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 299,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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C856 NMB is a 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 74,141 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 C856 NMB, 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 40 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 C856 NMB registered?

C856 NMB is a 1986 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C856 NMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C856 NMB shows 6 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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