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YDV 53S

1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,009 mi
Last recorded52,009 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan44,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDV 53S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 May 2018 52,009 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 50,953 miles

free play in steering

underbody has been undersealed

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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YDV 53S is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,970cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 44,830 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 YDV 53S, 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 48 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 YDV 53S?

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What year was YDV 53S registered?

YDV 53S is a 1978 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 12 May 1978.

Is YDV 53S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDV 53S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YDV 53S have outstanding finance?

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