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JSX 439N

1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

17,077 mi
Last recorded17,077 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan47,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSX 439N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 17,077 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front inner valance corroded to excess outwith prescribed areas

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking slightly

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside complete floor corroded

Offside outer sill corroded to excess outwith prescribed areas

Fail 21 Jul 2016 17,060 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front inner valance corroded to excess outwith prescribed areas

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking slightly

Offside Front Lower inner wing by jacking point corroded to excess outwith prescribed areas

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside complete floor corroded

Offside outer sill corroded to excess outwith prescribed areas

Fail 6 Apr 2016 17,026 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed not opening from outside of vehicle (6.2.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.2.C.1h)

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

Nearside Front Inner valance corroded to excess outwith prescribed areas

Pass 1 Jul 2014 16,204 miles

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

chassis corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2013 15,625 miles

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

chassis corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2013 15,612 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

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

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

chassis corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2012 15,032 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 24 Jan 2012 15,021 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 14,478 miles

brake pipes to master cylinder rusty

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Fail 10 Jun 2010 14,474 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

front no'plate cracked

offside front wheel arch to floor pan holed in two places marked by paint

Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,688 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 13,675 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 12,313 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 22 May 2007 12,280 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Front Lower Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 May 2006 112,259 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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JSX 439N is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 47,922 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 JSX 439N, 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 51 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 JSX 439N registered?

JSX 439N is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 April 1975.

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