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SMF 858M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,660 mi
Last recorded17,660 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMF 858M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 17,660 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 17,517 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 16,307 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 15,453 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 13,635 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 12,885 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 10,965 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 10,385 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 18 Jul 2009 10,381 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 9,292 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 8,198 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 7,607 miles

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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SMF 858M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 48,418 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 SMF 858M, 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 52 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 SMF 858M?

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What year was SMF 858M registered?

SMF 858M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 14 June 1974.

Is SMF 858M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMF 858M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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