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PVO 188L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Cream Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,323 mi
Last recorded52,323 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVO 188L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 52,323 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play both ends (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 52,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play both ends (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 82,283 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 52,283 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH NO PATERN (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Steering component deformed and unserviceable PLAY IN STEERING BOX (2.2.C.1d)

Ball joint inappropriately modified BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS LOCK NUT INSECURE (2.2.C.1e)

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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PVO 188L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Cream with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 PVO 188L, 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 PVO 188L?

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What year was PVO 188L registered?

PVO 188L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 23 October 1972.

Is PVO 188L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVO 188L shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVO 188L have outstanding finance?

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