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LUW 899K

1972 Volkswagen Caravanette

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,457 mi
Last recorded69,457 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2009
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette41,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUW 899K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2009 69,457 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

off side rear brake slightly binding

Fail 29 Jan 2009 69,457 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

off side rear brake slightly binding

Pass 6 Feb 2007 69,452 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

driverside front wheel slightly binding.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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LUW 899K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 41,024 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUW 899K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUW 899K?

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What year was LUW 899K registered?

LUW 899K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 9 June 1972.

Is LUW 899K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUW 899K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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