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PHN 316L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,904 mi
Last recorded5,904 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHN 316L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 5,904 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 5,621 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 4,909 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 4,093 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 3,411 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 2,830 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 1,818 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 1,119 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 1,119 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2008 99,992 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 98,423 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2006 96,095 miles

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

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

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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PHN 316L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PHN 316L, 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 PHN 316L?

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What year was PHN 316L registered?

PHN 316L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is PHN 316L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHN 316L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHN 316L have outstanding finance?

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