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UAR 588J

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,879 mi
Last recorded30,879 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAR 588J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2016 30,879 miles

general corrosion forming to underside

nearside rear handbrake poor

Pass 27 May 2015 30,782 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 30,762 miles

advise general corrosion forming to underside

advise general corrosion forming to upper body

advise nearside rear handbrake poor

advise slight corrosion forming on front metal brake pipes.

advise slight crack in nearside front indicator lens

Pass 28 May 2013 30,386 miles

advise crack in nearside front indicator lens

advise general corrosion forming to upper body

advise general corrosion to underside of vehicle.

advise nearside rear handbrake poor.

advise slight corrosion forming to front metal brake pipes.

Pass 29 May 2012 30,372 miles

advise general corrosion forming to underside.

advise slight corrosion forming on brake pipes

Pass 27 Jul 2010 29,678 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 29,230 miles

advise corrosion forming on both sides front chassis.

advise front metal brake pipes corrosion forming.

Pass 12 Sep 2006 29,054 miles

advise slight corrosion forming around body.

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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UAR 588J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UAR 588J, 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 UAR 588J?

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What year was UAR 588J registered?

UAR 588J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is UAR 588J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAR 588J shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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