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WVM 495L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,364 mi
Last recorded23,364 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVM 495L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 23,364 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 23,116 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 23,116 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 22,673 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,657 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 22,479 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 21,695 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 20,778 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 19,416 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 18,485 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 89,451 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 89,451 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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WVM 495L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 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 WVM 495L, 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 53 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 WVM 495L?

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What year was WVM 495L registered?

WVM 495L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 March 1973.

Is WVM 495L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVM 495L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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