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SHM 521L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1548cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,657 mi
Last recorded37,657 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHM 521L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,548cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 37,657 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 37,339 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 37,316 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 37,304 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 37,302 miles

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)

Fail 30 Dec 2015 37,302 miles

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)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 36,896 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 36,896 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 36,472 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 35,961 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 34,055 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,547 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 32,122 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 90,164 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 90,164 miles

os and ns headlamp reflectors deteriorating

osf,nsf,nsr and osr tyres deteriorating

Pass 23 Jun 2006 89,945 miles

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.

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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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.

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