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NSM 85R

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,896 mi
Last recorded25,896 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSM 85R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,896 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 21,331 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 18,830 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 15,380 miles

all driveshaft cv boots perishing

both top ball joint rubbers perishing

Pass 9 Aug 2012 13,070 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 10,245 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 1,894 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 99,386 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 96,476 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 96,476 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 93,210 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 93,178 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 89,758 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 89,758 miles

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

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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NSM 85R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 46,488 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 NSM 85R, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NSM 85R?

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What year was NSM 85R registered?

NSM 85R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 14 March 1977.

Is NSM 85R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSM 85R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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