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DPG 766J

1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

16,009 mi
Last recorded16,009 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPG 766J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 16,009 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 15,394 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 14,088 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 14,060 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 12,566 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front sub frame slightly corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 10,799 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 9,473 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 6,311 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 3,572 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 126,001 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 1,687 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 99,249 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 98,332 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 97,175 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 95,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 93,742 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 89,942 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 86,478 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 83,244 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 82,247 miles

n/s handbrake needs adjusting

rear light connections need attention

steering column tube needs attention

Fail 5 Jan 2007 82,231 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

steering column tube floating

Pass 22 Dec 2005 803,747 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 80,321 miles

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

Offside Front Body or chassis 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)

horn wiring faulty.n/s headlamp condensated

play on lower column bush

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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DPG 766J is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,954 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 DPG 766J, 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 56 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 DPG 766J?

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What year was DPG 766J registered?

DPG 766J is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 11 September 1970.

Is DPG 766J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPG 766J shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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