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CSN 516V

1980 Volkswagen Caravan

Green Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

86,373 mi
Last recorded86,373 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Caravan65,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSN 516V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 86,373 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 85,857 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 85,252 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Jun 2017 85,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Inner cv gaiter damaged

Pass 29 Jun 2016 83,852 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 83,852 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 82,611 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 82,577 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 82,576 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 81,534 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 81,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 81,183 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 80,535 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 79,067 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 79,066 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

front brake imbalance 20%

Pass 14 Jul 2009 76,406 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 75,421 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 75,421 miles

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

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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CSN 516V is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan in Green with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 65,487 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 CSN 516V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CSN 516V?

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What year was CSN 516V registered?

CSN 516V is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is CSN 516V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSN 516V shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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