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TYU 975M

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,398 mi
Last recorded64,398 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYU 975M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 64,398 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 63,633 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 63,251 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 62,518 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 61,664 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 61,479 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both rear outer d/shaft boots spliting

Pass 4 Mar 2013 61,175 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 61,255 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both outer rear c v boots perishing

Pass 10 Mar 2011 61,041 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 60,036 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

free play at steering wheel close to limit

Pass 3 Mar 2010 60,036 miles

Battery insecure

free play at steering wheel close to limit

Pass 16 Mar 2009 59,704 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 59,675 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 59,463 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 59,375 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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TYU 975M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Red with a 1,584cc 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 TYU 975M, 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

How do I check the history of TYU 975M?

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What year was TYU 975M registered?

TYU 975M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 29 August 1973.

Is TYU 975M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYU 975M 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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