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UCG 765M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,935 mi
Last recorded18,935 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCG 765M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 18,935 miles

Whole underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 28 Aug 2025 18,465 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 16,366 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 14,193 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 13,970 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 13,798 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 13,707 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 13,555 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 12,866 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 12,788 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

main beam tell tale not working

Pass 24 Apr 2014 12,670 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2014 12,666 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 12,417 miles

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

main beam tell tale not working

Pass 31 Aug 2011 12,176 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 11,828 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

slight play in steering idler

tow ball not fitted at time of test

underbody covered in rust prevention

Fail 1 Sep 2010 11,826 miles

Towbar fixing obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

slight play in steering idler

underbody covered in rust prevention

Pass 30 Apr 2009 11,666 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 24 Apr 2008 11,144 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,635 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in centre steering idler

under side of vehicle thickly coated with rust preventative

Fail 17 Apr 2007 10,635 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

slight play in centre steering idler

under side of vehicle thickly coated with rust preventative

Pass 4 Aug 2005 10,552 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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UCG 765M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UCG 765M, 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 UCG 765M?

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What year was UCG 765M registered?

UCG 765M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is UCG 765M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCG 765M shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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