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TFJ 609R

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,527 mi
Last recorded47,527 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFJ 609R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 47,527 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 45,923 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 44,794 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 43,767 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 43,219 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 40,752 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 38,338 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 38,338 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 38,485 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

no passenger seat fitted.n/s seat belt mounting prescribed area corroded and pop rivet repair

rear c.v. joint gaiters split

vehicle generally poor

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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TFJ 609R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 TFJ 609R, 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

How do I check the history of TFJ 609R?

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What year was TFJ 609R registered?

TFJ 609R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 28 March 1977.

Is TFJ 609R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFJ 609R shows 9 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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