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NPF 845L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

60,063 mi
Last recorded60,063 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2008
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPF 845L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2008 60,063 miles

Centre Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all wheel rims damaged

central floor pan corroded

engine oil leaks

engine surround plates loose

nearside and off side front chassis and body corroded

nearside rear arch and body correded

Fail 4 Aug 2007 59,926 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 59,926 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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NPF 845L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NPF 845L, 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

How do I check the history of NPF 845L?

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What year was NPF 845L registered?

NPF 845L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 16 October 1972.

Is NPF 845L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPF 845L shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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