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LDR 198R

1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,153 mi
Last recorded26,153 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan45,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDR 198R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 26,153 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.75mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 26,153 miles

Front Upper Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.75mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 23,442 miles

Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Under step (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 23,442 miles

Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All (2.2.C.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Under step (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 21,130 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 98,461 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 16,625 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 May 2012 13,814 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 16 May 2011 11,347 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 11,347 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 9,008 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 18 May 2010 9,008 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2009 5,438 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 5,428 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 May 2008 2,020 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 2,020 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 98,972 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 95,122 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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LDR 198R is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 45,866 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 LDR 198R, 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 50 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 LDR 198R registered?

LDR 198R is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 25 August 1976.

Is LDR 198R safe to buy?

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