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LGU 587K

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

14,284 mi
Last recorded14,284 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGU 587K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 14,284 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 13,842 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 13,128 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 11,877 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 11,877 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 10,727 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 9,651 miles

track rod ball joint dust covers perished and recommend replacement

Pass 11 Apr 2019 8,793 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 7,736 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2018 7,736 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 6,639 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 4,991 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 3,609 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Fail 14 Apr 2015 3,605 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 28 May 2014 1,729 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 392 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 99,495 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2011 98,501 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2010 98,041 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 98,041 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 96,381 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 96,380 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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LGU 587K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LGU 587K, 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 LGU 587K?

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What year was LGU 587K registered?

LGU 587K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 17 March 1972.

Is LGU 587K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGU 587K shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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