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ODB 399W

1981 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,138 mi
Last recorded21,138 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Motorcaravan52,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODB 399W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2006 21,138 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 21,131 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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ODB 399W is a 1981 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 52,261 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ODB 399W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ODB 399W?

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What year was ODB 399W registered?

ODB 399W is a 1981 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is ODB 399W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODB 399W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ODB 399W have outstanding finance?

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