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SCW 553L

1973 Volkswagen Campervan

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,422 mi
Last recorded34,422 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Campervan47,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 553L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2017 34,422 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 33,540 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 29,193 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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SCW 553L is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 47,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCW 553L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SCW 553L?

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What year was SCW 553L registered?

SCW 553L is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is SCW 553L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCW 553L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCW 553L have outstanding finance?

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