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YBF 370M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

5,311 mi
Last recorded5,311 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBF 370M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 5,311 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 1,853 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 99,618 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 96,693 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 92,532 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 89,803 miles

small free play steering

Pass 29 Dec 2012 87,682 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 87,670 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2012 87,639 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all brakes have imbalances,

offside front shock absorber not having full action.

play across all steering joints. especially steering box up/down play. steering damper bolt.

rear shock absorbers weak action.

reverse lights not working.[ no fog light fitted.

wheel hub csps fitted.

Pass 13 Feb 2012 86,162 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 86,162 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 85,666 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 84,703 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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YBF 370M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YBF 370M, 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 YBF 370M registered?

YBF 370M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is YBF 370M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBF 370M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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