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GGH 869J

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,641 mi
Last recorded25,641 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGH 869J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 25,641 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 21,589 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 17,381 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 12,943 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive small leak from engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 7,152 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 4,156 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 99,625 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 99,625 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 94,166 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 89,801 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 88,431 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 84,602 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 18 May 2012 82,205 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 77,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 77,205 miles

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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GGH 869J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,615 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 GGH 869J, 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 55 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 GGH 869J registered?

GGH 869J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is GGH 869J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGH 869J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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