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HNR 678L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,124 mi
Last recorded31,124 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNR 678L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 31,124 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 29,625 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,598 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 26,453 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 22,985 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 40,719 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 40,718 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 36,523 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 32,500 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 38,525 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 26,898 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 18,650 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 9,182 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 97,201 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 89,036 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 89,036 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 17 May 2006 88,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

rear outer constant velocity joint boot split!!!

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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HNR 678L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 HNR 678L, 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 53 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 HNR 678L?

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What year was HNR 678L registered?

HNR 678L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is HNR 678L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNR 678L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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