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WHU 416H

1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Petrol 1492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,770 mi
Last recorded74,770 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHU 416H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,492cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 74,770 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 74,606 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 73,612 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 72,721 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 71,836 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 71,016 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 70,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 68,435 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 68,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

DRIVERS DOOR HARD TO CLOSE

ENGINE AND GEARBOX WET WITH OIL

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

PASSENGER DOOR HARD TO CLOSE

VEHICLE KEPT CUTTING OUT DURING TEST

Pass 20 Jun 2008 66,455 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 66,455 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WHU 416H is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,492cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,954 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 WHU 416H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WHU 416H registered?

WHU 416H is a 1970 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 13 March 1970.

Is WHU 416H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHU 416H 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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