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HVN 693W

1980 Volkswagen Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,103 mi
Last recorded69,103 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Caravan65,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVN 693W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 69,103 miles

Hazard light and rear fog switch insecure but operates

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

Fail 22 Jun 2019 69,042 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Oil leaking excessively from engine cylinder cover leaking over exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side 35kg (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated rubber disc (2.2.2 (c))

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

Hazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play all 4. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

instruments insecure

Pass 27 Jun 2018 67,786 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2018 67,764 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 65,712 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 64,360 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 64,360 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 62,932 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 61,984 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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HVN 693W is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HVN 693W, 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 HVN 693W registered?

HVN 693W is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 5 September 1980.

Is HVN 693W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVN 693W shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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