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BXD 664M

1974 Volkswagen Caravan

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,440 mi
Last recorded50,440 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Caravan37,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBXD 664M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 50,440 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Aug 2016 42,815 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 37,452 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 37,449 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,804 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 30,997 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 23,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 23,965 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 23,656 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

washers lackpower

Pass 25 Aug 2010 23,345 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 22,123 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 19,949 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 17,161 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2006 15,755 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 15,755 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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BXD 664M is a 1974 Volkswagen Caravan in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 37,278 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 BXD 664M, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BXD 664M registered?

BXD 664M is a 1974 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 6 May 1974.

Is BXD 664M safe to buy?

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