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OMJ 276H

1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,444 mi
Last recorded16,444 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMJ 276H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 16,444 miles

Advise inspection of rear brakes

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 16,382 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Sus beam end plates both sides (2.4.G.1)

Advise inspection of rear brakes

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 16,135 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 16,127 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides. Advise checking tracking (4.1.E.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 15,321 miles

Advise inspection and adjustment of brakes

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 15,313 miles

Offside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Advise inspection and adjustment of all brakes

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 13,250 miles

Advise inspection of rear brakes

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 12,498 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,259 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 11,257 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,739 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 10,739 miles

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

SUSPECT STEERING BOX DEVELOPING WERA INTERNALLY

Pass 23 Jun 2006 10,039 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 10,000 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

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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OMJ 276H is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,954 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 OMJ 276H, 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 56 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 OMJ 276H registered?

OMJ 276H is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 22 June 1970.

Is OMJ 276H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMJ 276H shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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