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UVW 905R

1997 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

1,506 mi
Last recorded1,506 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Motor Caravan116,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVW 905R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 1,506 miles

nearside front tyre cracking on tread

nearside rear tyre cracking on tread

offside front tyre cracking on tread

offside rear tyre cracking on tread

Pass 15 Apr 2016 891 miles

all four tyres perished with age but still ok at the moment

Pass 15 May 2014 99,500 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 98,519 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 98,519 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 98,137 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 96,653 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 94,959 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 94,959 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 94,584 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 94,131 miles

rear driveshafts insecure

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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UVW 905R is a 1997 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 116,704 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 UVW 905R, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UVW 905R?

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What year was UVW 905R registered?

UVW 905R is a 1997 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is UVW 905R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVW 905R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UVW 905R have outstanding finance?

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