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RGY 140L

1973 Volkswagen Motorhome

Blue Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,992 mi
Last recorded76,992 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motorhome36,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGY 140L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorhome
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 76,992 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 76,531 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 76,253 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides, very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 74,314 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive evidence of oil weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 73,373 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 72,790 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 70,247 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 67,849 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 63,657 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 60,160 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 57,321 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 54,076 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 50,341 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 47,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 43,453 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 38,525 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 36,640 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 36,603 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorhome?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,733
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 148
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
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RGY 140L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motorhome in Blue with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 36,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RGY 140L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RGY 140L registered?

RGY 140L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motorhome, first registered on 28 March 1973.

Is RGY 140L safe to buy?

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