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UES 453K

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Brown Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,297 mi
Last recorded24,297 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUES 453K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,297 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 20,726 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 16,382 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 15,906 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 15,809 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 15,418 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,189 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 14,985 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 14,484 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 14,484 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 14,123 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,801 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2011 13,801 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 13,694 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,017 miles

slight bind at n/s rear brake

Pass 18 Jul 2008 12,039 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 10,665 miles

n/s sill requires attension for next m.o.t.

Pass 7 Jul 2006 9,779 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 9,779 miles

Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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UES 453K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Brown with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UES 453K, 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

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What year was UES 453K registered?

UES 453K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 24 April 1972.

Is UES 453K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UES 453K shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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