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PMJ 686M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,037 mi
Last recorded53,037 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMJ 686M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 53,037 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 53,032 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 50,040 miles

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

general wear/play to steering/suspension

under body corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2016 47,497 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 47,474 miles

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

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

general corrosion to under body

Pass 18 May 2015 44,902 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 40,055 miles

some corrosion to under body

Fail 7 May 2014 40,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

some corrosion to under body

Pass 26 Apr 2013 34,898 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 27,375 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 19,695 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 May 2010 14,174 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 10,139 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 10,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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PMJ 686M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 48,418 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 PMJ 686M, 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 52 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 PMJ 686M registered?

PMJ 686M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 5 April 1974.

Is PMJ 686M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMJ 686M shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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