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SPV 277K

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,706 mi
Last recorded29,706 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPV 277K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 29,706 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer (2.4.G.4e)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both inner (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 29,308 miles

Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,988 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel Pipes Rusty

Nearside And Offside Rear Chassis

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Nearside And Offside Front Out Riggers (6.1.B.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 26,984 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel Pipes Rusty

Nearside And Offside Rear Chassis

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Nearside And Offside Front Out Riggers (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 26,274 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 6 Dec 2013 26,270 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 25,746 miles

both front tyres started to perish

Pass 15 Feb 2011 24,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyre perished

Pass 25 Feb 2010 23,886 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 22,846 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 21,581 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 20,061 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 18,651 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

n/s rear brake performance foot & hand low

nosie from steering box or track rod end cover fitted can not see to check

o/s rear brake dragging little

oil leak

rear seats fitted no seat belt needed

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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SPV 277K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 48,892 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 SPV 277K, 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 54 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 SPV 277K registered?

SPV 277K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 16 February 1972.

Is SPV 277K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPV 277K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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