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SSG 74P

1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Turquoise Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

82,339 mi
Last recorded82,339 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan45,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSG 74P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1976
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 82,339 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 80,650 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 80,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Knock from Steeringbox area (no visable play )

OSR Wheelbearing has slight play

Slight Play in Both Front Wheel bearings

Fail 11 Jul 2016 80,473 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Knock from Steeringbox area (no visable play )

OSR Wheelbearing has slight play

Slight Play in Both Front Wheel bearings

Pass 3 Jul 2015 80,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust blowing

free play at steering wheel

slight bend o/s/f steering arm

Pass 22 Apr 2014 80,293 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 78,449 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 75,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 75,886 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear outer cv joint worn

offside rear outer cv joint worn

Pass 12 May 2011 75,015 miles

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Fail 9 May 2011 75,015 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Pass 28 May 2010 71,885 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 71,885 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 70,962 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 70,962 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 May 2008 68,690 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 65,044 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 65,043 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 5 May 2006 61,953 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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SSG 74P is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Turquoise with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 45,866 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 SSG 74P, 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 50 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 SSG 74P registered?

SSG 74P is a 1976 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is SSG 74P safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSG 74P shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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