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GLD 978T

1979 Volkswagen Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,520 mi
Last recorded39,520 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Caravan59,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLD 978T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 39,520 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 39,088 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 39,083 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 38,806 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,801 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 37,480 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 35,584 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 35,584 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 33,697 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 33,697 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 33,577 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 33,577 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 26 May 2011 33,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 33,360 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 33,295 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 May 2010 33,295 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 33,264 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 33,221 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 32,863 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 31,291 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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GLD 978T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GLD 978T, 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

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What year was GLD 978T registered?

GLD 978T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is GLD 978T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLD 978T shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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