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LYM 808K

1972 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,340 mi
Last recorded16,340 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2007
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravan51,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYM 808K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2007 16,340 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 16,336 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 16,335 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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LYM 808K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue 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 Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,908 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYM 808K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LYM 808K?

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What year was LYM 808K registered?

LYM 808K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is LYM 808K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYM 808K 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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