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CET 792L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

64,353 mi
Last recorded64,353 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCET 792L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 64,353 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2025 63,608 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 62,274 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 62,191 miles

Central Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side only 60kg (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 61,800 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 60,401 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill holed outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 59,096 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill holed outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 59,085 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill holed outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 57,602 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 56,307 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 56,307 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 55,772 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 54,298 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 52,920 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 52,901 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,728 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 52,218 miles

rear crossmember corroded

slight play in steering centre pivot

Pass 27 Jun 2011 51,138 miles

crossmember at rear corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2010 50,459 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 48,459 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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CET 792L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 CET 792L, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CET 792L?

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What year was CET 792L registered?

CET 792L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 March 1973.

Is CET 792L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CET 792L shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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