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GMO 271K

1972 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,235 mi
Last recorded52,235 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravan51,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMO 271K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2017 52,235 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

visual emissions test carried out

Pass 16 Jul 2013 51,908 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 50,788 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 48,707 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 48,705 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 47,575 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 46,624 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 44,339 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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GMO 271K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GMO 271K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GMO 271K registered?

GMO 271K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is GMO 271K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMO 271K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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