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SPJ 806M

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,814 mi
Last recorded7,814 miles
Recorded on20 May 2010
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPJ 806M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2010 7,814 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 7,567 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 7,433 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

REAR BRAKE DRUMS RUBBING ON BACK PLATES

Fail 21 Aug 2008 7,433 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

REAR BRAKE DRUMS RUBBING ON BACK PLATES

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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SPJ 806M is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,615 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 SPJ 806M, 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 55 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 SPJ 806M?

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What year was SPJ 806M registered?

SPJ 806M is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SPJ 806M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPJ 806M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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