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UJY 22L

1973 Volkswagen Caravelle

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,748 mi
Last recorded136,748 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Caravelle26,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJY 22L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 136,748 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 135,805 miles

Rear brake imbalance 23% it is recommended that the braking system be checked (offside lowest)

Pass 28 May 2015 134,172 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 130,982 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 129,324 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 126,311 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 124,804 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 123,055 miles

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

Front cross member starting to corrode

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 May 2010 123,055 miles

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

Front cross member starting to corrode

Pass 18 May 2009 119,558 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 118,133 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 118,126 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 116,745 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 116,745 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

engine oil leak

nearside track rod end rubber split

Pass 12 May 2006 115,965 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
5,286
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
24,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 8,177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,996
position lamp(s) not working 4,827
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UJY 22L is a 1973 Volkswagen Caravelle in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 26,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UJY 22L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravelle typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UJY 22L registered?

UJY 22L is a 1973 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 25 June 1973.

Is UJY 22L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJY 22L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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