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NAH 420M

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

91,123 mi
Last recorded91,123 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAH 420M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2019 91,123 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 88,820 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 86,073 miles

Front side lights only illuminated after switch was operated twice, did not fault again

Pass 28 Nov 2016 83,967 miles

Brake pedal slightly spongey, brake performance ok

Front wiper blades poor

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play

Pass 9 Dec 2015 81,460 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 77,338 miles

Windscreen washers, weak jet.

Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,872 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 71,315 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 68,754 miles

n/side headlamp on upper aim limit

o/side headlamp on lower aim limit

slight lift on steering centre idler

Pass 15 Dec 2010 65,648 miles

Slight play / lift in steering linkage.

Pass 4 Dec 2009 64,269 miles

Front axle, oil leak

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 62,664 miles

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

Front brakes, slight run out.

Pass 28 Nov 2007 61,545 miles

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

Washer control leaking.

Pass 21 Nov 2006 57,724 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 53,587 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 53,578 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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

Rear brakes require adjustment - Park brake application reduces pedal travel

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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NAH 420M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 NAH 420M, 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 53 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 NAH 420M?

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What year was NAH 420M registered?

NAH 420M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NAH 420M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAH 420M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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