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DVX 838T

1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,499 mi
Last recorded88,499 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan50,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVX 838T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 88,499 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 87,721 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 84,891 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 82,088 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 81,123 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 79,665 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to rear panel behind rear bumper

Fail 27 Jun 2019 79,655 miles

Brake valve leaking front compensator valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to rear panel behind rear bumper

Pass 20 Jun 2018 78,925 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 77,916 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 76,835 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 72,666 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 71,507 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 71,495 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 70,424 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 69,685 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 69,134 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 68,722 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 68,712 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 66,019 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 65,631 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 63,349 miles

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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DVX 838T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 50,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DVX 838T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DVX 838T?

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What year was DVX 838T registered?

DVX 838T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 20 January 1979.

Is DVX 838T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVX 838T shows 21 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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