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REA 652W

1980 Volkswagen Caravanette

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,083 mi
Last recorded83,083 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Caravanette48,296 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREA 652W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 83,083 miles

Offside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 83,082 miles

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

Offside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 80,056 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 76,134 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 71,597 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 68,288 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 65,727 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 62,484 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 57,458 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 53,146 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 53,146 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 48,847 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 48,296 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 47,167 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 47,114 miles

Front Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2009 45,440 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 42,553 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 38,868 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 35,229 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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REA 652W is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravanette in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 48,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying REA 652W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was REA 652W registered?

REA 652W is a 1980 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 14 November 1980.

Is REA 652W safe to buy?

The MOT history for REA 652W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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