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SBW 568L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

64,464 mi
Last recorded64,464 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBW 568L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 64,464 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 54,987 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 50,635 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 47,815 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 45,378 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 42,801 miles

rear panal deteriorated

Fail 2 Oct 2013 42,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

rear panal deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2012 40,044 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 40,036 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 38,987 miles

Both headlamps have just a beam pattern

Pass 28 Sep 2010 33,804 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 33,804 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 30,759 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 30,759 miles

Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 27,268 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,410 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 19,084 miles

Battery box starting to corrode

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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SBW 568L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 SBW 568L, 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 53 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 SBW 568L?

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What year was SBW 568L registered?

SBW 568L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 March 1973.

Is SBW 568L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBW 568L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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