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VCK 358Y

1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,862 mi
Last recorded30,862 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCK 358Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 30,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 May 2022 30,852 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 May 2021 29,284 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front and rear inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle underbody has been undersealed

Pass 7 May 2020 27,503 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside front brake slightly grabbing

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

vehicle under body has been under sealed

Pass 5 Oct 2018 27,006 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 26,377 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 24,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 24,150 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 23,768 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 23,250 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 22,436 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 21,713 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 210,000 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 20,483 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 19,174 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 18,549 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 16,613 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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VCK 358Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VCK 358Y, 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 VCK 358Y registered?

VCK 358Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 22 October 1982.

Is VCK 358Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCK 358Y shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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