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VFY 846L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Black Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,254 mi
Last recorded17,254 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFY 846L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 17,254 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 17,249 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2017 17,168 miles

both front brakes binding slightly

Fail 11 Sep 2017 17,168 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 16 Sep 2016 17,070 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded PIPE FROM MASTER CYLINDER (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,069 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded PIPE FROM MASTER CYLINDER TO UNION. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

OIL LEAK

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 16,864 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,752 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 18,387 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 13,849 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 9,766 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 6,346 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 5,390 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 5,087 miles

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Oct 2006 5,087 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 4,886 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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VFY 846L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Black with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VFY 846L, 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 VFY 846L?

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What year was VFY 846L registered?

VFY 846L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 2 February 1973.

Is VFY 846L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFY 846L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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