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GAS 393N

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

8,578 mi
Last recorded8,578 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAS 393N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 8,578 miles

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

Offside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

n/s and o/s tyres perished

Pass 27 Aug 2016 8,415 miles

Offside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

n/s & o/s tyres perished

Fail 26 Aug 2016 8,415 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

n/s & o/s tyres perished

Pass 20 Aug 2015 8,198 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 23 Jun 2014 80,858 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 7,832 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear cross member corroded and holed slightly

Fail 5 Jul 2012 77,442 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

rear member corroded outwith prescribed area

Pass 5 Jul 2012 77,442 miles

rear member corroded outwith prescribed area

Pass 30 Jun 2011 7,517 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 7,318 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 May 2010 7,318 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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GAS 393N is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 48,418 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 GAS 393N, 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 52 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 GAS 393N?

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What year was GAS 393N registered?

GAS 393N is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 November 1974.

Is GAS 393N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAS 393N shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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