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PPW 251M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

23,874 mi
Last recorded23,874 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPW 251M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 23,874 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,674 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 22,746 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 22,746 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Axle beam modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 22,507 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 20,635 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 20,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 19,579 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 19,574 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

nsf osf tyres slightly perishing

Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,043 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 18,041 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2007 18,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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PPW 251M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 PPW 251M, 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 PPW 251M registered?

PPW 251M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 22 January 1974.

Is PPW 251M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPW 251M shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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