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SJV 177T

1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,725 mi
Last recorded15,725 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan44,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJV 177T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 15,725 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2026 15,725 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 15,205 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 14,552 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 12,911 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 12,416 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2022 12,416 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 10,465 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 10,464 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 9,841 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 8,056 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 May 2019 8,056 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 7,413 miles

General corrosion under van

Offside Body has slight corrosion

Offside rear body has slight corrosion

Fail 11 May 2018 7,413 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

General corrosion under van

Offside Body has slight corrosion

Offside rear body has slight corrosion

Pass 20 May 2017 6,307 miles

General corrosion starting under van

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 May 2016 4,816 miles

General corrosion starting under van

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 2,540 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 1,649 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 99,118 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 95,227 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 93,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 May 2011 93,149 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2010 89,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 86,942 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 83,913 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 80,571 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 78,026 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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SJV 177T is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SJV 177T, 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 SJV 177T?

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What year was SJV 177T registered?

SJV 177T is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is SJV 177T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJV 177T shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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