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GMU 228N

1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

257,241 mi
Last recorded257,241 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan47,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMU 228N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2017 257,241 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 256,818 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 255,909 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 255,277 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 253,680 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 245,762 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 234,268 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 227,294 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 222,960 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 18,315 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 13,128 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 8,192 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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GMU 228N is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 47,922 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 GMU 228N, 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 51 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 GMU 228N?

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What year was GMU 228N registered?

GMU 228N is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 29 April 1975.

Is GMU 228N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMU 228N shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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