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GCJ 533N

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,767 mi
Last recorded23,767 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCJ 533N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 23,767 miles

front number plate slightly deteriated

minor exhaust blow from left hand side exhaust pipe

slight bad earth on rear clusters when hazards and lights are on

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,019 miles

front shocker lower bushes worn

offside steering arm bent

rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 13 Jul 2009 16,885 miles

offside steering arm slightly bent

oil leaks

underbody repairs

Pass 15 May 2008 11,421 miles

front wheel arches corroded

repairs to under body

Pass 3 May 2007 5,475 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 30 Apr 2007 5,475 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

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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GCJ 533N is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GCJ 533N, 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

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What year was GCJ 533N registered?

GCJ 533N is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 24 October 1974.

Is GCJ 533N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCJ 533N shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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