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LWU 581K

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,932 mi
Last recorded47,932 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWU 581K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 47,932 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 47,392 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 47,122 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 47,122 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 47,032 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 46,592 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 46,011 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 45,659 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 45,168 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 45,163 miles

Centre Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering arm repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

N/S/R CV gaiter split

Alloy repair sills covering centre chassis legs

Whole chassis rusty and covered in underseal

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 581K is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,615 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 LWU 581K, 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 55 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 581K?

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What year was LWU 581K registered?

LWU 581K is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 13 September 1971.

Is LWU 581K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWU 581K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWU 581K have outstanding finance?

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