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LWU 191P

1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

14,681 mi
Last recorded14,681 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan47,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWU 191P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1975
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 14,681 miles
Fail 16 May 2026 14,681 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2025 12,174 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 12,174 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 6.42% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2024 10,787 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 10,773 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 7,721 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 5,935 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 5,868 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 5,863 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis to floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 5,831 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 5,746 miles

Nearside seatbelt slow to retract

Fail 15 Sep 2015 5,737 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage lamp (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All brakes binding slightly

Nearside seatbelt slow to retract

Pass 30 Sep 2014 5,706 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 5,617 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 5,043 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 4,610 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 4,049 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 4,026 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 3,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 3,645 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 2,702 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 1,799 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 1,792 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2006 992 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 985 miles

Nearside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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LWU 191P is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 47,922 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LWU 191P, 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 51 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 LWU 191P?

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What year was LWU 191P registered?

LWU 191P is a 1975 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 5 September 1975.

Is LWU 191P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWU 191P shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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