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XTF 114L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Blue Lpg 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

17,852 mi
Last recorded17,852 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTF 114L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 17,852 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 17,751 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 17,405 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 17,299 miles

general surface rust

Pass 1 Jun 2022 17,209 miles

Advise vehicle heavily under sealed.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 16,823 miles

Advise oil leak.

Pass 8 Jun 2020 16,588 miles

Advise n,s rear chassis corroded.

Advise oil leak.

Pass 20 May 2019 15,698 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 15,277 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 14,484 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 6 May 2016 13,970 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 12,795 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 11,994 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 11,145 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 9,312 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 8,519 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 7,499 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 7,499 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 6,427 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 5,428 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,313 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 4,295 miles

Centre Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

both front doors difficult to shut

both front suspension upper bump stops missing

offside front wheel bearing slight roughness

Pass 17 Mar 2006 807 miles

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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XTF 114L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Blue with a 1,600cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 XTF 114L, 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 XTF 114L?

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What year was XTF 114L registered?

XTF 114L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is XTF 114L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTF 114L shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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