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XBF 236M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Purple Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

184,722 mi
Last recorded184,722 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2008
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBF 236M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2008 184,722 miles

FRONR CROSS MEMBER HEAVILY PLATED UNDERSEALED.

NEARSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP GLASS CRACKED.

NEARSIDE FRONT METAL (COPPER) BRAKE PIPE FROM MASTER CYLINDER POORLY ROUTED FITTED.

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

ROAD TAX NOT DISPLAYED

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

UNDERSIDE (WELD REPAIRS) HEAVILY UNDERSEALED.

nearside rear light illumination dim.

Fail 5 Sep 2008 184,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

FRONR CROSS MEMBER HEAVILY PLATED UNDERSEALED.

NEARSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP GLASS CRACKED.

NEARSIDE FRONT METAL (COPPER) BRAKE PIPE FROM MASTER CYLINDER POORLY ROUTED FITTED.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

ROAD TAX NOT DISPLAYED

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

UNDERSIDE (WELD REPAIRS) HEAVILY UNDERSEALED.

nearside rear light illumination dim.

Fail 10 Jul 2008 184,707 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

FRONT CROSS MEMBER HEAVILY PLATED UNDERSEALED.

HORN SWITCH ON OFFSIDE OF DASHBOARD

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

OFFSIDE FRONT SIDE LIGHT DIM.

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

REAR CROSS MEMBER HEAVILY CORRODED

ROAD TAX EXPIRED

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

UNDERSIDE CHASSIS SECTIONS HEAVILY WELDED (UNDERSEALED).

Pass 18 Nov 2006 184,142 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

rear cross member corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2006 184,119 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 28 Oct 2005 182,056 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 182,043 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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XBF 236M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Purple with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XBF 236M, 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 XBF 236M registered?

XBF 236M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 March 1974.

Is XBF 236M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBF 236M shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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