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YTA 259E

1993 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,176 mi
Last recorded81,176 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Motor Caravan90,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTA 259E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 81,176 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 80,777 miles

Slight front brake imbalance.

Pass 19 Aug 2016 80,515 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 80,167 miles

Front Slight judder.

Pass 7 Aug 2014 79,762 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 78,830 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Aug 2012 77,691 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 76,524 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Battery insecure

Fail 5 Aug 2011 76,523 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a) DANGEROUS

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Battery insecure

Pass 27 Aug 2010 75,516 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 73,967 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 72,405 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 72,405 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 70,835 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 68,688 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 68,545 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Slight play centre steering pin.

n/s/r chassis rusty.

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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YTA 259E is a 1993 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 90,727 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 YTA 259E, 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 33 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 YTA 259E?

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What year was YTA 259E registered?

YTA 259E is a 1993 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 11 January 1993.

Is YTA 259E safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTA 259E shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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