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DLB 715J

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,263 mi
Last recorded3,263 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 715J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 3,263 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 2,386 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 2,386 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2017 2,193 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 1,905 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 1,375 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 1,360 miles

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

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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DLB 715J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,615 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 DLB 715J, 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 55 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 DLB 715J?

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What year was DLB 715J registered?

DLB 715J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 26 May 1971.

Is DLB 715J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLB 715J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLB 715J have outstanding finance?

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