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JBO 942W

1981 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

97,536 mi
Last recorded97,536 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravan44,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBO 942W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 97,536 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 97,274 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 97,184 miles

minor corrosion throughout

Fail 13 Apr 2016 97,184 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Statutory seat belt missing both front (5.1.1)

Stop lamp not working rear (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

minor corrosion throughout

Pass 24 Jun 2013 97,169 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 97,169 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 59,126 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 82,248 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 82,248 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2006 77,893 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 778,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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JBO 942W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 44,606 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 JBO 942W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JBO 942W registered?

JBO 942W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 2 March 1981.

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