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OTV 393R

1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

102,442 mi
Last recorded102,442 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan45,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTV 393R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 102,442 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 101,429 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2023 100,401 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 98,791 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 96,202 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 93,796 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 91,156 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 85,159 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 85,159 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 84,999 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 83,038 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear light lens deteriorating

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 23 Jul 2015 81,864 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 80,432 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

imbalance on parking brake

poor image on headlights

Pass 16 Jul 2013 78,735 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Jul 2012 77,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

poor image n/s headlight

Fail 10 Jul 2012 77,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

poor image n/s headlight

Pass 20 Jul 2011 74,686 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

imbalance on parking brake

poor image on headlights

Pass 12 Jul 2010 71,838 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 68,436 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 66,071 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 65,832 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 64,277 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 58,839 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 27 Jul 2006 58,839 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 55,524 miles

Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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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OTV 393R is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 45,866 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 OTV 393R, 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 50 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 OTV 393R registered?

OTV 393R is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is OTV 393R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTV 393R shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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