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UTJ 303M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Diesel 1903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,473 mi
Last recorded72,473 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTJ 303M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,903cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 72,473 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

o/s sill rusted away (hole)

Pass 16 Apr 2018 71,447 miles

brake pedal slightly soft feel (servo fitted)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 70,521 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 66,131 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 66,119 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play steering box area (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box area (2.2.C.1h) DANGEROUS

Steering box insecure rusted front cross member area (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened servo rod (3.5.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 63,305 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/rear fog light not working

rear engine panel insecure

Fail 1 Apr 2015 63,305 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/rear fog light not working

rear engine panel insecure

Pass 1 Apr 2014 62,133 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 61,568 miles

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

non standard engine/dash & seats & steering column/wheels & tyres fitted at time of test

Fail 21 May 2008 61,533 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

non standard engine/dash & seats & steering column/wheels & tyres fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Jun 2007 57,945 miles

non standard engine/gearbox/dash seats/steering wheel /handbrake fitted at time of test

Fail 25 May 2007 57,917 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

non standard engine/gearbox dash seats,steering wheel,handbrake/master cylinder fitted at time of test

rear registration plate delaminating

Pass 19 May 2006 52,657 miles

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

modified dash fitted with non standard switch gear & steering column peugeot 306 parts & turbo d engine fitted.

non standard brake master cylinder/servo fitted

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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UTJ 303M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,903cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 UTJ 303M, 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.

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What year was UTJ 303M registered?

UTJ 303M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 10 April 1974.

Is UTJ 303M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTJ 303M shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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