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VVB 526T

1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

14,006 mi
Last recorded14,006 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan50,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVB 526T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 14,006 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive torsion bar tower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 13,818 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 12,904 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front Lower shock absorber bushes slightly worn

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 11,488 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 10,666 miles

Offside Front Lower ball joint worn (near excessive)

Offside Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion tower (2.4.E.1b)

Offside park brake effort weak

rear foot brake imbalance , offside weaker

Pass 9 Jun 2015

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside front & both rear brake pipes rusty (near excessive) & grommet missing offside.

Pass 21 May 2014 7,452 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front & rear brakes , binding slightly

offside parking brake weak

offside rear foot brake lagging behind nearside

Pass 17 Aug 2009 5,625 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 1,634 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 98,867 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 98,864 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

rear battery tray floor corroded. †corrosion to o/s outer sill/floor area.

Battery 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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VVB 526T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 VVB 526T, 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 VVB 526T?

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What year was VVB 526T registered?

VVB 526T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 4 May 1979.

Is VVB 526T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVB 526T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVB 526T have outstanding finance?

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