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PJV 348S

1978 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,462 mi
Last recorded54,462 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Motorcaravan40,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJV 348S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 May 2025 54,462 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured Power lead (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 54,303 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 54,289 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 54,289 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 54,285 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 54,083 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 53,763 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 52,807 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 52,508 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 52,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 51,960 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 50,767 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 48,135 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 45,441 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorcaravan?

Based on 2,605 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,353
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
position lamp(s) not working 63
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PJV 348S is a 1978 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 40,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJV 348S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJV 348S registered?

PJV 348S is a 1978 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 20 March 1978.

Is PJV 348S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJV 348S 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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