MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
198,852 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
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RCV 196R is a 1989 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1989 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 115,194 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 RCV 196R, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of RCV 196R?
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What year was RCV 196R registered?
RCV 196R is a 1989 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 11 December 1989.
Is RCV 196R safe to buy?
The MOT history for RCV 196R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RCV 196R have outstanding finance?
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