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VNM 657K

1972 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

6,906 mi
Last recorded6,906 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle68,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNM 657K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 6,906 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 6,567 miles

slight carosion on both front outer sills

Pass 10 Sep 2015 6,275 miles

outer sills slightly corroded.

rubber dust covers slightly perished.

underside of vehicle has areas of corrosion not serious

Pass 6 Sep 2014 62,519 miles

Nearside and offside outer sills rusting but not within prescribed area and vehicle showing signs of ageing

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 5,723 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 5,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 3,483 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 3,471 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 3,435 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,909 miles

corrosion to offside and nearside outer sills and floors, but not in perscribed area

Pass 16 Apr 2007 1,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 99,736 miles

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

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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VNM 657K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 68,603 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 VNM 657K, 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 54 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 VNM 657K registered?

VNM 657K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 13 March 1972.

Is VNM 657K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNM 657K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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