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DPL 118J

1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

59,912 mi
Last recorded59,912 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPL 118J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 59,912 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 47,909 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 47,889 miles

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2017 138,844 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 136,386 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 132,640 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 30,890 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 30,888 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 30,245 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 29,728 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 29,293 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 28,197 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 27,230 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 25,794 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 24,083 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 22,042 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 22,042 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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DPL 118J is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DPL 118J, 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

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What year was DPL 118J registered?

DPL 118J is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 4 December 1970.

Is DPL 118J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPL 118J shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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