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SYV 252S

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Pink Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

81,224 mi
Last recorded81,224 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYV 252S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 81,224 miles

some corrosion to base of nearside front step/ outer crossmember panel

Pass 7 Mar 2018 65,414 miles

both front tyres have wear on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2017 61,054 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 61,048 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,068 miles

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

nearside front chassis is corroded by jacking point

Fail 14 Mar 2016 58,062 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

nearside front chassis is corroded by jacking point

Pass 20 Mar 2015 40,078 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear outer cv boot dereriorated

offside front brake slight bind

Fail 6 Mar 2015 40,068 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear outer cv boot dereriorated

offside front brake slight bind

Pass 10 Feb 2014 40,597 miles

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

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

nearside non-obligatory mirror deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2013 36,842 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 36,836 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 22,271 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 22,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 3,044 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 1,340 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 1,340 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 80,677 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 80,878 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 80,875 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 May 2006 78,774 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 78,773 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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SYV 252S is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Pink with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 46,488 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SYV 252S, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SYV 252S registered?

SYV 252S is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 19 August 1977.

Is SYV 252S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYV 252S shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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