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WBP 902K

1972 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

782 mi
Last recorded782 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravan51,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBP 902K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 782 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 67,325 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 67,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 35,636 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 35,624 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Corrision on near side front step under side

Nearside front tyre slight cracking in tread

Nearside rear outer cv boot slightly perished

Nearside rear tyre has slight cracking in tread

Not all adult seats belts tested due to child seat fitted

Oil leak on engine

Pass 7 Jul 2007 31,654 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 31,642 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2006 29,369 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 Jul 2006 29,024 miles

Front rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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WBP 902K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,908 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 Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WBP 902K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WBP 902K registered?

WBP 902K is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1972.

Is WBP 902K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBP 902K shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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