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FEL 713L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,580 mi
Last recorded59,580 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEL 713L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 59,580 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 58,365 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all chassis corroded

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Aug 2016 58,365 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all chassis light corrosion

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Nov 2014 57,006 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 54,968 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 53,153 miles

o/s lower ball joint cover perishing

under body corrosion front

Pass 10 Aug 2011 48,085 miles

oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,649 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 45,222 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear outer driveshaft gaitor split

offside rear outer driveshaft gaitor split

Pass 18 Jan 2008 43,128 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip pad worn+o/s+n/s front suspension bump stops missing

Fail 16 Jan 2008 43,127 miles

Brake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip pad worn+o/s+n/s front suspension bump stops missing

Pass 16 Feb 2007 41,467 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 41,467 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 40,502 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Sep 2005 40,492 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

O/S headlight has poor pattern.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Underside of vehicle has some rust.

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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FEL 713L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 FEL 713L, 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 53 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 FEL 713L registered?

FEL 713L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 6 June 1973.

Is FEL 713L safe to buy?

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