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OFH 475L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,362 mi
Last recorded1,362 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFH 475L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2014 1,362 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 25 Jun 2013 250 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

nearside rear cv worn

speedo illumination inop

Pass 28 Jun 2012 98,857 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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OFH 475L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OFH 475L, 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 OFH 475L?

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What year was OFH 475L registered?

OFH 475L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 17 November 1972.

Is OFH 475L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFH 475L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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