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FPB 709J

1970 Volkswagen Caravanette

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,220 mi
Last recorded30,220 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette12,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPB 709J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 30,220 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 29,669 miles

Centre Front Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Outer Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 29,475 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,358 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 26,991 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 26,991 miles

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

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

This vehicle has had loads of welding covered in underbody sealer making the underside inspection difficult

Pass 23 Jul 2010 25,458 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 25,436 miles

Centre Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Centre Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

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

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

Offside Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 23,893 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 23,893 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 20,219 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 16,549 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 16,549 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 1,440 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 1,440 miles

Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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FPB 709J is a 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 12,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPB 709J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FPB 709J registered?

FPB 709J is a 1970 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 31 December 1970.

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