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FRM 658V

1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,095 mi
Last recorded92,095 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan44,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRM 658V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 92,095 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 91,979 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 91,663 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 90,553 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 90,298 miles

offside front inner wheel arch corroded not in testable area

Pass 15 Jun 2015 88,182 miles

offside front inner wheelarch corroded not in testable area

Fail 10 Jun 2015 88,182 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front inner wheelarch corroded not in testable area

offside front tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 7 Jul 2014 87,713 miles

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

both front tyres cracking on sidewalls

nearside front inner wheelarch slightly corroded

offside front inner wheelarch slightly corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2014 87,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

both front tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 23 May 2013 87,006 miles

nearside inner wheel arch showing signs or repair work carried out

offside rear outer drive shaft boot showing signs of deterioration

tyres showing signs of deterioration (cracking to inner & walls)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 86,429 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 84,069 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 81,048 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 78,936 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 76,823 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 74,953 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 64,522 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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FRM 658V is a 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 44,644 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 FRM 658V, 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 46 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 FRM 658V?

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What year was FRM 658V registered?

FRM 658V is a 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 May 1980.

Is FRM 658V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRM 658V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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