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WYD 498M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,149 mi
Last recorded84,149 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYD 498M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 84,149 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 83,781 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 78,309 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

acc. pedal missing.

both rear underside of sills slightly corroded.

nearside rear light cluster damaged slightly.

steering damper has no dampning effect.

Fail 30 Apr 2010 78,293 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

acc. pedal missing.

both rear underside of sills to floor stansions slightly corroded.

nearside rear light cluster damaged slightly.

oil leaks from rocker cover gaskets.

steering damper has no dampning effect.

Pass 14 Mar 2009 72,974 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 71,071 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 69,711 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 69,330 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear brake back plates slightly corroded

both rear brake flexi hose ferrules slightly corroded

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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WYD 498M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WYD 498M, 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

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What year was WYD 498M registered?

WYD 498M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 3 June 1974.

Is WYD 498M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYD 498M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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