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VUC 362M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,507 mi
Last recorded11,507 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUC 362M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 11,507 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 9,540 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 7,251 miles

both door steps corroded

both inner rear wheel arches corroded

both rear outer sills corroded

nsf wheel arch corroded

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 28 Apr 2015 7,251 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both door steps corroded

both inner rear wheel arches corroded

both rear outer sills corroded

nsf wheel arch corroded

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 8 May 2014 72,166 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both door steps corroded

both inner rear wheel arches corroded

both rear outer sills corroded

n/s/f brake pipe rusty

n/s/f wheel arch corroded

o/s/ head lamp slightly dim

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 9 May 2013 7,014 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 69,994 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 69,994 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 6,977 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 6,470 miles

offside rear brake efficiancy could be improved

Pass 2 Jul 2008 5,631 miles

smell of fuel but no leaks found

Pass 15 May 2007 4,441 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 2,961 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 2,961 miles

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

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

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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VUC 362M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VUC 362M, 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 VUC 362M?

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What year was VUC 362M registered?

VUC 362M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 4 April 1974.

Is VUC 362M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUC 362M shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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