MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,787 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Both front brake hose ferrules corroding
Wear in steering idler
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS
wear in steering idler
front brake hose ferrules corroding
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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UCW 878V is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 50,158 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 UCW 878V, 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 47 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 UCW 878V?
You can check the full history of UCW 878V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was UCW 878V registered?
UCW 878V is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1979.
Is UCW 878V safe to buy?
The MOT history for UCW 878V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does UCW 878V have outstanding finance?
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