MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
92,859 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front chassis repairs poorly repaired.
Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Front chassis repairs poorly repaired.
Near side rear drive shaft gaiter split
Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?
Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VPO 978K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Orange with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 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 VPO 978K, 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 VPO 978K registered?
VPO 978K is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 23 June 1972.
Is VPO 978K safe to buy?
The MOT history for VPO 978K shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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