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FIL 3385

1980 Volkswagen Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,632 mi
Last recorded36,632 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Caravan65,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 3385
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 36,632 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 34,722 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 33,061 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 31,002 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 29,309 miles

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

all track rod end rubbers perished

Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,897 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 22,954 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 18,901 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 18,900 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 15,467 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 12,420 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 9,538 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 5,768 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 99,413 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 99,092 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracking

Second number plate at rear light not working

Fail 6 Oct 2010 99,092 miles

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Both front tyres slightly cracking

Second number plate at rear light not working

Pass 18 Jun 2009 98,704 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing close to wearbars also has slight sidewall damage

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 17 Jun 2009 98,703 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear tyre wearing close to wearbars also has slight sidewall damage

Pass 26 Jun 2008 98,418 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 96,966 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

signs of engine oil leak.exhaust emissions hydracarbons slightly high.

Fail 2 Mar 2007 96,843 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

park brake near excess travel.slight play both rear wheel bearings.

secondary number plate, lamp not working.both front tyres deteriated and splitting.signs of corrosion on front brake discs.

Pass 14 Feb 2006 95,022 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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FIL 3385 is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FIL 3385, 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 FIL 3385 registered?

FIL 3385 is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 3 July 1980.

Is FIL 3385 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 3385 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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