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XPA 509N

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

18,994 mi
Last recorded18,994 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPA 509N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 18,994 miles

corrosion to the n.s.f.inner/outer valance behind bumper/cab step.

engine oil level low.

Fail 4 May 2016 18,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion to the n.s.f.inner/outer valance behind bumper/cab step.

engine oil level low.

Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,679 miles

corrosion to the n.s.f.inner valance[behind cab step and bumper]

Fail 28 Apr 2015 17,679 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

corrosion to the n.s.f.inner valance[behind cab step and bumper]

Pass 21 May 2014 16,323 miles

slight corrosion to n.s.f.valance.[viewed from under vehicle]

Fail 7 May 2014 16,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

slight corrosion to n.s.f.valance.[viewed from under vehicle]

Pass 17 Apr 2013 14,718 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to the n.s.f.valance.[viewed from under the vehicle]

Fail 17 Apr 2013 14,718 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion to the n.s.f.valance.[viewed from under the vehicle]

Pass 2 Jun 2011 14,512 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 14,508 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Nearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight corrosion to bodywork not in prescibed area

Pass 2 Sep 2008 13,854 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 67,095 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 67,095 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/ drive shaft gaiter split outer the inner gaiter is also split

Pass 1 Sep 2006 2,522 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 2,522 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear c.v boot split

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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XPA 509N is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 XPA 509N, 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 XPA 509N registered?

XPA 509N is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is XPA 509N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPA 509N shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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