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GKM 174L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,920 mi
Last recorded16,920 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKM 174L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2014 16,920 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 12,828 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 9,230 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 5,270 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 1,820 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 98,190 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 97,553 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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GKM 174L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GKM 174L, 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 GKM 174L?

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What year was GKM 174L registered?

GKM 174L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is GKM 174L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKM 174L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GKM 174L have outstanding finance?

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