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NYR 243L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Petrol 1492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,801 mi
Last recorded73,801 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYR 243L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,492cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 73,801 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 73,801 miles

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.1.4 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 63,656 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 54,981 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 53,816 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 53,662 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 49,905 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 48,307 miles

nearside rear driveshaft has one bolt missing each end

Pass 12 Mar 2013 47,186 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 46,395 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 43,978 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 42,083 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 42,063 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 37,965 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 35,974 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 34,677 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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NYR 243L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NYR 243L, 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 NYR 243L registered?

NYR 243L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is NYR 243L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYR 243L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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