MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,521 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s/f (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust system not adequately supported center (7.1.1)
Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings n/s/r (6.1.B.2)
Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings o/s/r (6.1.B.2)
Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
rear jacking points cooroded.
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
o/s step panel corroded but not consided excessive at time of test
o/s step panel corroded but not consided excessive at time of test
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
exhaust rubbers perished
o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
wipers split still clears screen
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?
Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MEX 38V is a 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 44,644 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 MEX 38V, 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 46 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 MEX 38V registered?
MEX 38V is a 1980 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 14 April 1980.
Is MEX 38V safe to buy?
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