MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,657 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
tow ball only mounted on bumper ( no electric connections ) can not be used for towing
All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp all (1.1.A.3f)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp all (1.1.A.3f)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)
Oil leak
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
free play in st box sector shaft . normal
head lamp aim both sides slightly blurred and ok
some of the main chassis load bearing areas covered in sealants . ok time of test when checked
Oil leak
free play in st box sector shaft . normal
head lamp aim both sides slightly blurred and ok
some of the main chassis load bearing areas covered in sealants . ok time of test when checked
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
advise off side front head lamp misted
os and ns headlamp reflectors deteriorating
osf,nsf,nsr and osr tyres deteriorating
os and ns headlamp reflectors deteriorating
osf tyre worn on inner edge and close to legal limit
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?
Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SHM 521L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,548cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 SHM 521L, 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 SHM 521L?
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What year was SHM 521L registered?
SHM 521L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 3 May 1973.
Is SHM 521L safe to buy?
The MOT history for SHM 521L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SHM 521L have outstanding finance?
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