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JPB 166V

1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,827 mi
Last recorded60,827 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan44,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPB 166V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 60,827 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 59,057 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 57,661 miles

Corrosion in various prescribed areas.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 57,651 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Corrosion in various prescribed areas.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 57,629 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,629 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 57,629 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

floor flaking in several places

Pass 22 May 2006 69,039 miles

body work full of filler including areas within suspension and steering

roof clip missing from front corner

Fail 22 May 2006 69,039 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

body work full of filler including areas within suspension and steering

roof clip missing from front corner

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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JPB 166V is a 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 JPB 166V, 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

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What year was JPB 166V registered?

JPB 166V is a 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is JPB 166V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPB 166V shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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