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FKJ 169V

1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,249 mi
Last recorded39,249 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan50,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 169V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 39,249 miles

Nearside Front step corroded

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 39,243 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded floor around accelerator pedal (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front step corroded

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 33,308 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2018 33,291 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play all (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 30,401 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 30,401 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,202 miles

both front tyres cracked and perished on outer sidewalls

Fail 20 Jul 2016 28,202 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded step (3.3.A.2)

both front tyres cracked and perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 21 Jul 2015 24,944 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 21,355 miles

corrosion to nearside front chassis outrigger

Pass 7 Mar 2011 18,107 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion to nearside front chassis outrigger

corrosion to offside & nearside rear lower wheel arches

corrosion to offside front footwell

offside rear sill backing corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2010 10,786 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 3,639 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 38 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 97,563 miles

engine oil leaking

Pass 9 Mar 2006

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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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FKJ 169V is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FKJ 169V, 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

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What year was FKJ 169V registered?

FKJ 169V is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1979.

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