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JMA 199L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Turquoise Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,802 mi
Last recorded8,802 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMA 199L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 8,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened standing corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexie hose to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

steering column lower bush worn

Pass 16 Aug 2024 7,364 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 6,987 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 6,700 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 5,957 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 5,957 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 5,957 miles

Both rear tyres showing age related cracking

Pass 21 May 2011 5,236 miles

o/s front & o/s rear tyre showimg age related cracking

Pass 10 May 2010 2,274 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 424 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 424 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 May 2008 99,741 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 98,442 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 96,691 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 96,691 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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JMA 199L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Turquoise with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JMA 199L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JMA 199L registered?

JMA 199L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 10 August 1972.

Is JMA 199L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMA 199L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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