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GYX 318J

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

86,848 mi
Last recorded86,848 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYX 318J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 86,848 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 86,848 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 85,735 miles

Nearside front tyre perished within the tread

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2017 85,632 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 84,398 miles

temporary dust covers fitted

Fail 1 Jun 2016 84,397 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 83,326 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 80,463 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 79,419 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 77,279 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 74,344 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 71,742 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 70,065 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2007 70,051 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 70,051 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 69,733 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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GYX 318J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GYX 318J, 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.

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What year was GYX 318J registered?

GYX 318J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 9 July 1971.

Is GYX 318J safe to buy?

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