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R965 HCA

1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

50,938 mi
Last recorded50,938 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan75,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 HCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 50,938 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

underside / components covered in under seal

Fail 13 May 2026 50,938 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

underside / components covered in under seal

Pass 14 Mar 2025 48,639 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 48,120 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 47,096 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 43,356 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 40,924 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 39,455 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 39,455 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 38,026 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 37,485 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 37,484 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 35,449 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 32,625 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 31,310 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 31,310 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 29,499 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,524 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 28,524 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 27,118 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Mar 2011 27,117 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 75,963 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 24,487 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 24,487 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 22,487 miles

both front tyres cracked on outer sidewall

Pass 31 Mar 2007 19,679 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 19,560 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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R965 HCA is a 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R965 HCA, 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.

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What year was R965 HCA registered?

R965 HCA is a 1998 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R965 HCA safe to buy?

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