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TPC 989M

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,037 mi
Last recorded12,037 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPC 989M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 12,037 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play main lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drain hole starting corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2023 12,037 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole corroded in sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play main lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 1,071 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 408 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 100,001 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 100,001 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 99,788 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 99,513 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 99,104 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 98,739 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 98,287 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 96,974 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 95,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 94,669 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 93,552 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 91,369 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 89,521 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 86,605 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 83,645 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 81,870 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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TPC 989M is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TPC 989M, 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

How do I check the history of TPC 989M?

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What year was TPC 989M registered?

TPC 989M is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is TPC 989M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPC 989M shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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