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PTU 586D

1966 Volkswagen Caravan

Green Petrol 1492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,470 mi
Last recorded16,470 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 586D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,492cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 16,470 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 16,161 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 14,450 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 13,309 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 13,308 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 12,907 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Oct 2010 12,018 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 10,128 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 7,241 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 4,254 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 1,504 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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PTU 586D is a 1966 Volkswagen Caravan in Green with a 1,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PTU 586D, 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 60 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTU 586D?

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What year was PTU 586D registered?

PTU 586D is a 1966 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 18 May 1966.

Is PTU 586D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 586D shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PTU 586D have outstanding finance?

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