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RFC 187M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,670 mi
Last recorded19,670 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 187M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 19,670 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 19,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 19,180 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 18,710 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 174,224 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 174,224 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 16,427 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 89,431 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 89,431 miles

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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RFC 187M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RFC 187M, 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

How do I check the history of RFC 187M?

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What year was RFC 187M registered?

RFC 187M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 10 May 1974.

Is RFC 187M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFC 187M shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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