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EGU 717T

1979 Volkswagen Caravan

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

90,391 mi
Last recorded90,391 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Caravan59,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGU 717T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2018 90,391 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 90,381 miles

front to rear underbody slightly rusty

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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EGU 717T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 59,942 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EGU 717T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGU 717T?

You can check the full history of EGU 717T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EGU 717T registered?

EGU 717T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 21 June 1979.

Is EGU 717T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGU 717T 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 EGU 717T have outstanding finance?

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