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FDS 15X

1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,521 mi
Last recorded38,521 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDS 15X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 38,521 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 38,520 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2012 37,250 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 31,271 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 30,693 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 30,693 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 29,448 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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FDS 15X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 52,171 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 FDS 15X, 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 44 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 FDS 15X?

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What year was FDS 15X registered?

FDS 15X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is FDS 15X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDS 15X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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