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OUY 328T

1979 Volkswagen Caravan

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

92,914 mi
Last recorded92,914 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Caravan59,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUY 328T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 92,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 92,907 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 90,868 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside rear lower sill/wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 90,481 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 89,944 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 88,209 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 88,048 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 87,821 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 87,245 miles

tail pipe rusty

Pass 11 Jul 2012 85,360 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust tailpipe corroded

near side front wheel slightly tight to turn

Pass 11 Jul 2011 83,351 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

corrossion/repair - near side front lower seat belt mounting

near side front wheel slightly tight to turn

near side rear tyre side wall damaged

off side front step corroded - suggest replacement

Pass 7 Jul 2010 80,784 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 77,589 miles

Oil leak

rear wheels slightly tight to turn

slight damage to off side rear tyre sidewall

Pass 3 Jul 2008 74,390 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 71,656 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 69,072 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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OUY 328T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravan in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OUY 328T, 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 OUY 328T registered?

OUY 328T is a 1979 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 6 June 1979.

Is OUY 328T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUY 328T shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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