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N166 GRV

1996 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

83,919 mi
Last recorded83,919 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Motor Caravan95,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN166 GRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 83,919 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 83,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 83,325 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 83,314 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 83,130 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 82,170 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 79,736 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 78,030 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front cracked and perished

Pass 21 Apr 2016 74,055 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 74,054 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 69,756 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 67,961 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 67,961 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 63,908 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 60,762 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 58,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 58,078 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 55,691 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 54,133 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 51,954 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 47,331 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 44,063 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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N166 GRV is a 1996 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 95,933 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 N166 GRV, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N166 GRV registered?

N166 GRV is a 1996 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 24 April 1996.

Is N166 GRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N166 GRV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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