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SGN 11L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,643 mi
Last recorded62,643 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGN 11L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Nov 2023 62,643 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength FRONT CHASSIS MEMBER [ FRONT OF AXLE MOUNT] (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BULGED ON INNER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Discs slightly corroded [ lack of use]

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNT SLIGHTLY LOOSE (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2016 61,994 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 59,686 miles

slight play centre steering pivit

under side surface rust

Pass 15 May 2014 58,948 miles

rear brake back plates rusty

slight play steering idler

Pass 7 May 2013 58,009 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 57,647 miles

body work rusty

Pass 16 Jul 2009 56,481 miles

n/s/f door and slidding door taped

slight noise n/s/f hub

slight play in steering joints

Pass 17 Jul 2008 55,128 miles

Oil leak

slight wear steering idler

Pass 23 Jul 2007 53,486 miles

both front doors rusty

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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SGN 11L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SGN 11L, 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

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What year was SGN 11L registered?

SGN 11L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 18 April 1973.

Is SGN 11L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGN 11L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGN 11L have outstanding finance?

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