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DDP 875K

1972 Volkswagen Caravanette

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

14,695 mi
Last recorded14,695 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette41,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDP 875K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 14,695 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 14,695 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 14,625 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 14,624 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 12,858 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 12,857 miles

Central Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2016 11,998 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 11,995 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 11,925 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 11,922 miles

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

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

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

rtear tyre side walls slightly cracking

slight wear at rear wheel bearings

Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,880 miles

Centre Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2012 11,361 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 10,550 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 9,957 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 8,301 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 7,404 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s & n/s outer sills corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2006 6,809 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

oil leak

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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DDP 875K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 41,024 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDP 875K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DDP 875K registered?

DDP 875K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 9 May 1972.

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