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XNM 813L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,140 mi
Last recorded54,140 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNM 813L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 54,140 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 54,118 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 53,775 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 53,537 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 53,242 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 53,241 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s/f indecator comes on when foot brake applied

Pass 9 Aug 2016 53,207 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rigger (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 53,207 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rigger (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 53,169 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2015 53,169 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 52,990 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 52,990 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 52,902 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 52,698 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 52,601 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 50,235 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 49,547 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 49,547 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

steering damper bush has play

Pass 13 Jul 2007 48,902 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 48,896 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

tow bar bolts missing

Pass 3 Aug 2006 48,179 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 48,179 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2005 47,040 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2005 47,006 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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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XNM 813L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 48,892 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 XNM 813L, 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 54 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 XNM 813L?

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What year was XNM 813L registered?

XNM 813L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 12 September 1972.

Is XNM 813L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XNM 813L shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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