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LAA 130T

1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Orange Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,216 mi
Last recorded17,216 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan44,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAA 130T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 17,216 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 17,205 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Lagging in performance. (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 11,797 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,765 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 11,752 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 6,116 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 6,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 4,197 miles

imbalance on rear brakes

o/s/f seat belt frayed

Pass 20 Aug 2009 11,599 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 11,421 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 8,948 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 6,284 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both batteries insecure, some wear in steering idler,o/s/f brake binding slightly.

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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LAA 130T is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Orange with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 44,830 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 LAA 130T, 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 48 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 LAA 130T registered?

LAA 130T is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is LAA 130T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAA 130T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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