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VPB 235M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,400 mi
Last recorded43,400 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPB 235M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 43,400 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 42,046 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 41,069 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 40,235 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 40,235 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 39,508 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 38,919 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 38,236 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 37,205 miles

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

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

parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 11 Sep 2009 36,787 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 36,787 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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VPB 235M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VPB 235M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VPB 235M?

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What year was VPB 235M registered?

VPB 235M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 21 March 1974.

Is VPB 235M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPB 235M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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