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PDT 856X

1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,268 mi
Last recorded32,268 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDT 856X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 32,268 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2021 32,149 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 31,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both front chassis legs corroded and some parts coated in fibre glass

welding repairs coated in bitumen

Fail 15 Jun 2020 31,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded top of t piece (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front inner wheel arch corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both front chassis legs corroded and some parts coated in fibre glass

Fail 6 Aug 2018 31,340 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front brake binding

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2017 29,643 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 29,332 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/f seat

slight play in front and rear wheel bearings

Fail 22 May 2015 28,004 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2015 28,004 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,893 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nsf foolpan holded and corroded / oil leaks / underbody corrosion / brakepipe corrosion / general suspension bushs deterioration / osr brake hose lose

Pass 12 May 2013 25,473 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight play all wheel bearings

Pass 26 May 2012 24,700 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slight play / under body and brake pipe corrosion

Pass 3 Sep 2010 23,490 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 23,438 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2009 190,039 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 17,113 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 11,102 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 10,041 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 9,818 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2005 8,357 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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PDT 856X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 52,171 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PDT 856X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 44 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PDT 856X registered?

PDT 856X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 2 June 1982.

Is PDT 856X safe to buy?

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