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TRG 167Y

1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

195,978 mi
Last recorded195,978 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan71,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRG 167Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 195,978 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both inner and outer (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 195,105 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 185,952 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 185,166 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 185,166 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 183,587 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 183,587 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 182,244 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 182,244 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 180,067 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 180,067 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TRG 167Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,522 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 TRG 167Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TRG 167Y registered?

TRG 167Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 17 January 1983.

Is TRG 167Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRG 167Y shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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