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OTB 798W

1981 Volkswagen Caravan

Brown Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,804 mi
Last recorded45,804 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravan44,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTB 798W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2006 45,804 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2005 44,982 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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OTB 798W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravan in Brown with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 44,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTB 798W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OTB 798W?

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What year was OTB 798W registered?

OTB 798W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 10 June 1981.

Is OTB 798W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTB 798W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OTB 798W have outstanding finance?

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