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VNO 879L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Lpg 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

54,567 mi
Last recorded54,567 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNO 879L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 54,567 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly perished

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near bumper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2019 54,561 miles

Offside Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis near brake valve (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis near steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near bumper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near bumper mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 29 May 2018 54,105 miles

all four outriggers corroded

inner rear sills corroded

some corrosion on both front inner steps and front panel

Pass 1 Jun 2017 53,309 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 52,344 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 9 May 2016 52,344 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 15 May 2015 51,805 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 51,083 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 50,810 miles

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

o/s/f chassic badly repaired

surface corroosion in both rear wheel arches

Fail 1 Jun 2013 50,810 miles

Nearside 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 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)

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

o/s/f chassic badly repaired

surface corroosion in both rear wheel arches

Fail 22 May 2012 50,352 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Pass 22 May 2012 50,352 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 49,748 miles

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 May 2011 49,748 miles

Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 47,003 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 46,977 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 45,939 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 43,755 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 43,727 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 40,211 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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VNO 879L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VNO 879L, 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.

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What year was VNO 879L registered?

VNO 879L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 21 August 1972.

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