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XHO 686R

1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,454 mi
Last recorded77,454 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan46,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHO 686R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 77,454 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

battery box corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2012 76,414 miles

horn operation is poor

rear fog light inop

vehicle under side has corrosion starting in places

Pass 20 Aug 2010 75,727 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

body condition poor

n/s beam pattern poor

Fail 18 Aug 2010 75,724 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

body condition poor

n/s beam pattern poor

Pass 18 Nov 2008 72,796 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 72,796 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 71,025 miles

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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XHO 686R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 46,488 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 XHO 686R, 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 49 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 XHO 686R?

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What year was XHO 686R registered?

XHO 686R is a 1977 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 21 January 1977.

Is XHO 686R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHO 686R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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