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GGN 500X

1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,650 mi
Last recorded22,650 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGN 500X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 22,650 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 22,643 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 22,612 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 22,536 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 22,420 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 22,420 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 22,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 22,158 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,306 miles

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 20,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2012 20,663 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 20,662 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 19,940 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 18,399 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 16,703 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 14,376 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 14,374 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2006 12,168 miles

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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GGN 500X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GGN 500X, 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 GGN 500X?

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What year was GGN 500X registered?

GGN 500X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 3 June 1982.

Is GGN 500X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGN 500X shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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