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YPM 629Y

1983 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,434 mi
Last recorded78,434 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Caravan74,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPM 629Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 78,434 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 77,895 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 77,227 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake dust plate corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2021 77,227 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake dust plate corroded

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 75,864 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 75,164 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 75,164 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2013 75,126 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 75,126 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

rear brake pipe is coroaded

Pass 26 Jun 2012 74,770 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2011 74,187 miles

front brake discs worn , pads not visable , advise brake inspection.....

front steering shaft coupling splitting.....

oil leaks.....

wipers smear...

Pass 30 Jun 2010 73,671 miles

lower steering coupling splitting

slight play wheel bearings

Fail 29 Jun 2009 72,883 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 72,883 miles

Coolant leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 72,370 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 72,260 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YPM 629Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 74,187 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 YPM 629Y, 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 43 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 YPM 629Y registered?

YPM 629Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is YPM 629Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPM 629Y shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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