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R704 CCY

1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

219,872 mi
Last recorded219,872 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan75,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR704 CCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 219,872 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) PLAY IN BOTH FRONT INNER RACK ENDS ()

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES CRACKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 217,907 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 216,486 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 216,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 213,480 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 209,223 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 209,223 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 205,140 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 201,521 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 198,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 195,720 miles

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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R704 CCY is a 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 75,176 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 R704 CCY, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R704 CCY?

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What year was R704 CCY registered?

R704 CCY is a 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R704 CCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R704 CCY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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