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UEL 491X

1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

11,916 mi
Last recorded11,916 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEL 491X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 11,916 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner valance panel corroded,, recommend attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel, recommend attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine bay floor/body member corroded and holed,, recommend attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

advise condition of drivers seat

dash panel, slightly loose

n/s/f door step corroded

o/s and n/s rear brake back plates corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2023 11,905 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner valance panel corroded,, recommend attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel ,,, recommend attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced engine bay floor/body member corroded and holed,,, recommend attention (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

advise condition of drivers seat

dash panel, slightly loose

n/s/f door step corroded

o/s and n/s rear, brake back plates corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2022 11,412 miles

Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

drivers seat back worn.. recommend check

n/s/f door step corroded

parking brake performance 16%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check

Fail 29 Jul 2022 11,408 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases o/s and n/s rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn o/s and n/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

n/s/f door step corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2018 11,400 miles

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 Behind coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

All four tyres cracked and perished

Centre caps fitted

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside sil heavily corroded

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle heavily corroded

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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UEL 491X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UEL 491X, 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 UEL 491X registered?

UEL 491X is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 19 January 1982.

Is UEL 491X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEL 491X shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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