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DOX 702K

1972 Volkswagen Van

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,675 mi
Last recorded69,675 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Van52,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOX 702K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 69,675 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 69,675 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 67,660 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 65,421 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 63,167 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 61,008 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 59,305 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 56,551 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 54,894 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 52,366 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 52,366 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 49,832 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 45,100 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 40,746 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 36,742 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 36,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 32,959 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 32,959 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 29,237 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 25,764 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 20,975 miles

drivers seatbelt

Pass 18 Mar 2008 17,136 miles

rear wheel bearing slightplay

Fail 18 Mar 2008 17,136 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rear wheel bearing slightplay

Pass 9 Mar 2007 131,234 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 113,591 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Van?

Based on 3,103 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
2,083
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
position lamp(s) not working 111
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
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DOX 702K is a 1972 Volkswagen Van in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 52,201 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOX 702K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Van typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DOX 702K registered?

DOX 702K is a 1972 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 3 July 1972.

Is DOX 702K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOX 702K shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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