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VVC 617S

1977 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,898 mi
Last recorded19,898 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVC 617S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 19,898 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 19,114 miles

Under vehicle repaired and painted.

Fail 25 May 2016 19,108 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Under vehicle repaired and painted.

Pass 27 May 2015 18,250 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 17,158 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 163,667 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 163,667 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2012 16,122 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 16,122 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,980 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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VVC 617S is a 1977 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VVC 617S, 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 49 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VVC 617S registered?

VVC 617S is a 1977 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is VVC 617S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVC 617S shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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