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LSU 868Y

1983 Volkswagen Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,081 mi
Last recorded88,081 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Caravan74,187 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSU 868Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 88,081 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 87,998 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 87,484 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 86,846 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 86,400 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 85,274 miles

van covered in under seal

Pass 14 Jun 2006 84,447 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 84,447 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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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LSU 868Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Caravan in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 74,187 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 LSU 868Y, 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 43 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 LSU 868Y registered?

LSU 868Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 7 January 1983.

Is LSU 868Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSU 868Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LSU 868Y have outstanding finance?

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