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MBV 868X

1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,688 mi
Last recorded92,688 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan55,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 868X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 92,688 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 92,645 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 92,347 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 92,184 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 90,773 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 88,475 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 86,382 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 84,109 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 84,109 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 83,471 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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MBV 868X is a 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 55,618 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 MBV 868X, 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 45 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 MBV 868X registered?

MBV 868X is a 1981 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is MBV 868X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 868X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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