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KCG 802L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,580 mi
Last recorded98,580 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCG 802L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 98,580 miles

N/S/R tyre cracked and perished

O/S/F brake binding slightly

O/S/F wheel arch corroded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (2.6.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 97,614 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding slightly

nearside + offside rear tyres cracked and deteriorated

Pass 25 Apr 2015 96,702 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside + offside rear tyre side walls cracked

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Apr 2014 95,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear tyres cracked + perished

nearside rear + offside front brakes binding slightly

Pass 16 Feb 2013 94,196 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 92,661 miles

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 88,635 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2011 88,635 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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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KCG 802L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KCG 802L, 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

How do I check the history of KCG 802L?

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What year was KCG 802L registered?

KCG 802L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 20 October 1972.

Is KCG 802L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCG 802L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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