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VCG 516H

1970 Volkswagen Caravanette

Maroon Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

31,566 mi
Last recorded31,566 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette12,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCG 516H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 31,566 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 31,566 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Dec 2016 31,551 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 28,087 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 27,329 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 26,090 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2012 24,430 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Major engine oil leak with engine running. Wiring loom about to rub through on OSR jacking point.

Pass 11 Nov 2011 22,068 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 22,062 miles

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 18,630 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 18,630 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 18,630 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 18,630 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Off side lower ball joint has boot broken and the ball joint is exposed.

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 165,742 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 16,564 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 15,330 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 15,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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VCG 516H is a 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette in Maroon with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 12,382 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 Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCG 516H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VCG 516H is a 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 20 March 1970.

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