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PTF 808R

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,141 mi
Last recorded21,141 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTF 808R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 21,141 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 19,796 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 19,282 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 18,193 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 16,437 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules offside and nearside front brake hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Apr 2017 14,842 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 13,529 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 104,399 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 44,881 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 44,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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PTF 808R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 PTF 808R, 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 PTF 808R?

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What year was PTF 808R registered?

PTF 808R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 13 June 1977.

Is PTF 808R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTF 808R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTF 808R have outstanding finance?

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