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MPL 946L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,816 mi
Last recorded73,816 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPL 946L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 73,816 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 73,173 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 72,032 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 70,441 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 69,715 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 68,290 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 68,178 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front cross member corroded

offside rear cross member corroded

slight play in steering box

Fail 8 Nov 2010 68,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

nearside front cross member corroded

offside front brake binding slightly

offside rear cross member corroded

slight play in steering box

Pass 30 Sep 2009 67,787 miles

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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MPL 946L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MPL 946L, 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

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What year was MPL 946L registered?

MPL 946L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is MPL 946L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPL 946L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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