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G726 ECX

1989 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

White Petrol 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

124,470 mi
Last recorded124,470 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Motorcaravan143,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG726 ECX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,459cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 124,470 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 123,867 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 123,132 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 122,407 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 121,533 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 120,589 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 119,516 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 118,358 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 117,426 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 116,131 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 116,120 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 May 2015 113,909 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 111,852 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2014 111,852 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 110,488 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 110,488 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 100,375 miles

Both front tyres have uneven wear on outer edges.

Offside rear tyre is cracked and perished

Pass 20 Apr 2009 97,724 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 97,722 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 95,037 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 90,668 miles

advise light beam deflection stickers fitted to headlights

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorcaravan?

Based on 2,605 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,353
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
position lamp(s) not working 63
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G726 ECX is a 1989 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in White with a 2,459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 143,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G726 ECX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G726 ECX registered?

G726 ECX is a 1989 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G726 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G726 ECX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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