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GBW 46L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,955 mi
Last recorded68,955 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 46L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 68,955 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,038 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 67,506 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 66,448 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 65,886 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 64,262 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 64,034 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Jun 2007 63,316 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 63,316 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 61,747 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 61,747 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GBW 46L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 48,892 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 GBW 46L, 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 54 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 GBW 46L?

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What year was GBW 46L registered?

GBW 46L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is GBW 46L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 46L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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