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OPC 811W

1981 Volkswagen Caravanette

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,726 mi
Last recorded47,726 miles
Recorded on22 May 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Caravanette55,075 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPC 811W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 May 2006 47,726 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2006 47,726 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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OPC 811W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravanette in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 55,075 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 Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OPC 811W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPC 811W?

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What year was OPC 811W registered?

OPC 811W is a 1981 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is OPC 811W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPC 811W 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 OPC 811W have outstanding finance?

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