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JSL 481X

1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,150 mi
Last recorded84,150 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan55,618 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSL 481X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 84,150 miles

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

both rear leaf springs weak

slight leak at steering box

Fail 22 Jun 2021 84,150 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

both rear leaf springs weak

slight leak at steering box

Pass 2 Jul 2020 80,030 miles

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 80,030 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 78,794 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2018 77,086 miles

Play in steering components

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2018 77,086 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Play in steering components

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 72,759 miles

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

engine oil leaks

signs of leakage from steering box

slight noise from both rear hubs when wheel spun

Fail 9 Mar 2017 72,758 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

engine oil leaks

signs of leakage from steering box

slight noise from both rear hubs when wheel spun

Pass 29 Mar 2016 67,803 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 67,798 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 66,588 miles

Centre Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 62,228 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 62,214 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 62,159 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 62,135 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 62,107 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 62,098 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2008 61,796 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 61,594 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 59,515 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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JSL 481X is a 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 55,618 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 JSL 481X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JSL 481X registered?

JSL 481X is a 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is JSL 481X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSL 481X shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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