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GCG 435K

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,707 mi
Last recorded16,707 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCG 435K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 16,707 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 15,269 miles

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

Offside Front brake starting to bind

Pass 12 Aug 2015 14,953 miles

headlamp dipped beams at upper limits

o/s/rear outer drive shaft boot split

slight front brake imbalance noted

Pass 15 Aug 2014 13,597 miles

wear noted in centre steering idler arm/slight front brake imbalance noted.

Fail 15 Aug 2014 13,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

wear noted in centre steering idler arm/slight front brake imbalance noted.

Pass 16 Aug 2013 11,803 miles

some brake imbalance noted

Fail 15 Aug 2013 11,797 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

front brake imbalance noted..wear noted in front axle steering swivel pin

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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GCG 435K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GCG 435K, 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

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What year was GCG 435K registered?

GCG 435K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 24 May 1972.

Is GCG 435K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCG 435K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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