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DFW 786L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

96,478 mi
Last recorded96,478 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFW 786L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 96,478 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

various plates undersealed on floor and chassis

Pass 16 Jun 2022 96,084 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2022 96,082 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor to chassis cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner body sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 94,983 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 94,696 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 94,137 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 93,780 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jul 2015 93,075 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 93,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 92,423 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 91,692 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 90,309 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 89,910 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 89,910 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 89,259 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 89,259 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 89,146 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside & offside rear bump stop miunting areas beginning to corrode

Pass 21 Aug 2009 86,926 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 86,878 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 85,424 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 85,424 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 83,778 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 83,778 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 81,962 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 81,728 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 79,404 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 79,404 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DFW 786L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 48,892 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DFW 786L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DFW 786L registered?

DFW 786L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 21 November 1972.

Is DFW 786L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFW 786L shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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