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KNG 734L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,559 mi
Last recorded28,559 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNG 734L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 28,559 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all four (2.7.2a)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all four (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,443 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing offside and nearside /front and rear (2.7.2a)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 28,443 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing offside and nearside /front and rear (2.7.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 28,411 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 28,218 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 27,492 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

inner and outer sills corroded both sides

Pass 6 Apr 2011 25,817 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 23,043 miles

n/s/r outer cv boot split

Pass 31 Mar 2009 20,081 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 16,354 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,853 miles

Front Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

sidewall and tread cracking on all tyres

surface corrosion on o/s/r battery panel and chassic

Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,397 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 11,397 miles

Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front wheel arch panels corroded

battery panel corroded †

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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KNG 734L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KNG 734L, 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

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What year was KNG 734L registered?

KNG 734L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 7 February 1973.

Is KNG 734L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNG 734L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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