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DTS 32V

1980 Volkswagen Caravan

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

268,175 mi
Last recorded268,175 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Caravan65,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTS 32V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 268,175 miles

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

Nearside Front floor pan slightly corroded but not weakened

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

Nearside sill slightly corroded but not weakened

Offside Front Floor pan corroded but not weakened

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

Offside sill slightly corroded but not weakened

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 25,932 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 25,929 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both inner and outer sill + o/s/r inner arch/valance (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 24,781 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 2,432 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 2,432 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 2,432 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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DTS 32V is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DTS 32V, 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

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What year was DTS 32V registered?

DTS 32V is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 12 June 1980.

Is DTS 32V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTS 32V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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