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RUD 596T

1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,966 mi
Last recorded59,966 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan44,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUD 596T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 59,966 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 59,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,771 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 56,509 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 54,759 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 54,058 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 53,836 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 53,506 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 52,487 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

freeplay detected on nearside seat

Fail 16 Jul 2008 52,075 miles

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 52,075 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 51,508 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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RUD 596T is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 44,830 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 RUD 596T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUD 596T?

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What year was RUD 596T registered?

RUD 596T is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 29 November 1978.

Is RUD 596T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUD 596T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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