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HMB 640K

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,099 mi
Last recorded39,099 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMB 640K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 39,099 miles

Chassis heavily under sealed

Fail 19 Jun 2018 39,099 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Chassis heavily under sealed

Pass 16 Jun 2017 38,817 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 10 May 2017 38,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure possibly missing spacers (2.7.2b)

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chaise rails (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chaise rails (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chaises rails (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 May 2016 37,603 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 36,629 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 34,212 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 31,074 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,072 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 27,750 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 26,499 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,431 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 24,352 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 22,748 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 21,229 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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HMB 640K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HMB 640K, 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.

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What year was HMB 640K registered?

HMB 640K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 7 July 1972.

Is HMB 640K safe to buy?

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