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JTM 397V

1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,421 mi
Last recorded34,421 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan50,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTM 397V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 34,421 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 34,394 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 34,342 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 34,276 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 34,057 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 33,864 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 33,864 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 33,707 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 33,707 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 31,721 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 30,835 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 30,835 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 30,192 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 26,000 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 22,765 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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JTM 397V is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 50,158 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 JTM 397V, 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 47 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 JTM 397V registered?

JTM 397V is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is JTM 397V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTM 397V shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JTM 397V have outstanding finance?

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