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XRV 356L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,021 mi
Last recorded17,021 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRV 356L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 17,021 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Aug 2014 16,685 miles

offside rear wheel bearing play

Pass 19 Jul 2013 15,724 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 157,243 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 15,119 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 14,419 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 14,253 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 13,183 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2007 13,183 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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XRV 356L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XRV 356L, 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 XRV 356L?

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What year was XRV 356L registered?

XRV 356L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 14 February 1973.

Is XRV 356L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRV 356L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRV 356L have outstanding finance?

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