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TYU 991M

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

2,606 mi
Last recorded2,606 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYU 991M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 2,606 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2018 2,606 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 2,606 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 2,606 miles

front axle beam corroded

offside cab floor corroded

offside headlamp in poor condition

offside rear chassis corroded by engine support bar

Fail 3 May 2016 2,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

front axle beam corroded

offside cab floor corroded

offside headlamp in poor condition

offside rear chassis corroded by engine support bar

Pass 28 Apr 2015 2,606 miles

front axle beam corroded

offside cab floor badly corroded

offside rear chassis corroded by engine mounting support bar

Fail 27 Apr 2015 2,606 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front axle beam corroded

offside cab floor badly corroded

offside rear chassis corroded by engine mounting support bar

Pass 11 Jun 2014 2,606 miles

front axle beam corroded

front indicator lamp damaged

offside cab floor badly corroded

offside rear chassis corroded by engine mounting support bar

Fail 14 May 2014 2,606 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front axle beam corroded

front indicator lens damaged

offside cab floor badly corroded

offside rear chassis corroded by engine mounting support bar

Pass 11 Jun 2012 2,606 miles

front axle beam slightly corroded

offside cab floor corroded

offside headlamp in poor condition

Pass 8 Jun 2011 2,606 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 2,606 miles

Battery insecure

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 7 Jun 2010 2,606 miles

Battery insecure

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 18 Jun 2009 2,606 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 18 Jun 2009 2,606 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 17 Jun 2008 2,606 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

nearside brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2008 2,606 miles

nearside brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Jun 2007 2,606 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2006 2,606 miles

signs of corrosion in front cross member;inner wheel arch areas;and outer sills

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 991M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 991M, 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 991M?

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What year was TYU 991M registered?

TYU 991M is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 18 September 1973.

Is TYU 991M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYU 991M 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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