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CWP 542W

1981 Volkswagen Caravan

Gold Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

52,945 mi
Last recorded52,945 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravan44,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWP 542W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 52,945 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch has small corrosion hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 52,775 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 52,289 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 52,289 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 51,439 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 53,916 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2020 51,392 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 47,185 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible pipe to hub (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible pipe to hub (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

under body corrosion

Fail 8 Apr 2019 47,184 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible pipe to hub (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible pipe to hub (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust deteriorated

under body corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2018 42,753 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 39,393 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 31,543 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 25,370 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 19,369 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 11,552 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 4,749 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 4,749 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 86,534 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 61,373 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 86,433 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 81,190 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 76,429 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 71,138 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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CWP 542W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravan in Gold with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 44,606 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 CWP 542W, 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 45 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 CWP 542W registered?

CWP 542W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is CWP 542W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWP 542W shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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