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DNR 890K

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,281 mi
Last recorded46,281 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNR 890K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 46,281 miles

ALL 4 TYRES, STAMPED, TRAILER USE ONLY.

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside mirror held on with tape.

Offside Front Inner sill , has corrosion.

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced very dull (4.2.3 (a) (i))

corrosion on many under side components.

Fail 16 Feb 2021 46,254 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle lowest, 45% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside mirror held with tape

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 41,049 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 41,046 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded main chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 41,035 miles

Central Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering pivot worn (2.2.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis crossmember (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded main chassis areas (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember areas (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded main chassis areas (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis crossmember areas (2.4.A.3)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Feb 2013 37,017 miles

play in steering idler

Pass 10 Feb 2012 305,142 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

no main beam tell-tale warning light

Fail 4 Feb 2012 30,490 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

no main beam tell-tale warning light

Pass 10 Sep 2010 30,442 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 28 Aug 2010 30,381 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 30,293 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 25,610 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 25,610 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 21,708 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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DNR 890K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DNR 890K, 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.

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What year was DNR 890K registered?

DNR 890K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 25 May 1972.

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