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PGT 786P

1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

48,959 mi
Last recorded48,959 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan45,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGT 786P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 48,959 miles

both rear brakes showing some waiver

park brake just meets minimum efficiency of 16%

unable to fully assess servo operation - possible servo not operating to full effect

unable to inspect front brake pads with wheels in place

Fail 18 Jun 2019 48,955 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting severe corrosion around o/s seat belt reel mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps reg lamp very dim not illuminating plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion becoming apparent around n/s seat belt reel mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

both rear brakes showing some waiver

park brake just meets minimum efficiency of 16%

unable to fully assess servo operation - possible servo not operating to full effect

unable to inspect front brake pads with wheels in place

Pass 5 Jul 2018 48,778 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front slight corrosion step area

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 48,305 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s exhaust manifold nut loose.

unable to fully inspect front brake pads!

Fail 28 Jun 2017 48,290 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded marked. (2.2.C.1h)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings underside. marked. (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering centre. marked. (6.1.A.1)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded underside. marked. (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

n/s exhaust manifold nut loose.

unable to fully inspect front brake pads!

Pass 29 Jun 2016 47,914 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 47,700 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 46,764 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2013 44,694 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 44,694 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 44,401 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 42,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 41,398 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 38,803 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 37,921 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 37,921 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 36,150 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 36,150 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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PGT 786P is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 PGT 786P, 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 PGT 786P registered?

PGT 786P is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 12 July 1976.

Is PGT 786P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGT 786P shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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