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STG 721M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

10,310 mi
Last recorded10,310 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTG 721M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 10,310 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 9,821 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 9,690 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2013 9,690 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,980 miles

covers fitted to underside not allowing full inspection of chassis

underside of vehicle heavily corroded

vehicle underbody in very poor condition various exessive corrosion in none perscribed areas

Fail 20 Jul 2012 8,980 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

vehicle underbody in very poor condition various exessive corrosion in none perscribed areas

Pass 11 May 2011 7,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front brake discs worn

under trays corroded and holed

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2010 6,609 miles
Fail 27 May 2010

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 5,846 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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STG 721M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 STG 721M, 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 STG 721M?

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What year was STG 721M registered?

STG 721M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 25 April 1974.

Is STG 721M safe to buy?

The MOT history for STG 721M shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STG 721M have outstanding finance?

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