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EMU 860J

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,817 mi
Last recorded23,817 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMU 860J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,492cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 23,817 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 22,713 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2014 22,706 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 20,834 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 20,701 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,929 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 18,806 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,500 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 14,989 miles

horn faulty

Fail 22 Apr 2008 14,984 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

horn faulty

Pass 9 Sep 2006 12,478 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight movement in steering relay lever pivot

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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EMU 860J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,615 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 EMU 860J, 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 55 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 EMU 860J?

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What year was EMU 860J registered?

EMU 860J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 19 March 1971.

Is EMU 860J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMU 860J shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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