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YPN 361Y

1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Brown Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,715 mi
Last recorded90,715 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan71,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPN 361Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1983
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 90,715 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 90,257 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 89,232 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 88,367 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour lens (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour lens (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 88,367 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer and inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 87,724 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 87,312 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 87,312 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 87,279 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 87,239 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 87,182 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 86,726 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly damaged (2.4.G.4a)

Pass 30 May 2013 86,605 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 86,540 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 31 May 2012 86,540 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2011 86,049 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 84,939 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 84,216 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 83,610 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2007 82,193 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 May 2007 82,193 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2006 79,305 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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YPN 361Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Brown with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,522 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 YPN 361Y, 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 43 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 YPN 361Y?

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What year was YPN 361Y registered?

YPN 361Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 15 June 1983.

Is YPN 361Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPN 361Y shows 22 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.

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