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TYO 31M

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,286 mi
Last recorded48,286 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYO 31M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 48,286 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 48,276 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 47,750 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 46,759 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 45,391 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 44,831 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 44,327 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 43,504 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 42,533 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 41,177 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 39,134 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 35,561 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 35,525 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 31,756 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 26,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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TYO 31M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 TYO 31M, 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 53 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 TYO 31M registered?

TYO 31M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 August 1973.

Is TYO 31M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYO 31M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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