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NFP 837M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,664 mi
Last recorded77,664 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFP 837M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 77,664 miles

Front head light aim masks fitted

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear battery floor corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2016 77,359 miles

Front headlight masks fitted

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear battery mounting corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2015 76,816 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 76,164 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jun 2013 76,164 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 75,708 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Sep 2011 75,697 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 74,996 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 74,664 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 1 May 2008 74,079 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 72,941 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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NFP 837M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 48,418 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 NFP 837M, 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 52 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 NFP 837M registered?

NFP 837M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 20 February 1974.

Is NFP 837M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFP 837M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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