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EGF 648T

1978 Volkswagen Caravan

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,494 mi
Last recorded41,494 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGF 648T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 41,494 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 41,488 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 40,049 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 39,678 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 39,360 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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EGF 648T is a 1978 Volkswagen Caravan in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EGF 648T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGF 648T?

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What year was EGF 648T registered?

EGF 648T is a 1978 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is EGF 648T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGF 648T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EGF 648T have outstanding finance?

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