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JWC 259N

1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

64,792 mi
Last recorded64,792 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan47,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWC 259N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 64,792 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front crossmember corroded but no steering ,brakes or suspension affected

Nearside Front under step box corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer cv boot deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

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

Offside Front under step box corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Outer cv boot deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak from engine ()

Fail 5 Jul 2016 64,687 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember at steering box (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front crossmember corroded but no steering ,brakes or suspension affected

Nearside Front under step box corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer cv boot deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

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

Offside Front under step box corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Outer cv boot deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls cracked

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak from engine ()

Pass 9 Jun 2015 63,256 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise both outer rear cv boots deteriorated but not leaking

offside rear and nearside rear tyre sidewalls cracked 215/60x15 94w

Pass 19 Jun 2014 62,050 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 62,050 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 60,177 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 60,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 59,001 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 56,861 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 56,461 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 53,818 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 52,438 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 52,153 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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JWC 259N is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 JWC 259N, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JWC 259N?

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What year was JWC 259N registered?

JWC 259N is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 19 May 1975.

Is JWC 259N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWC 259N shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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