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YBX 509M

1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,614 mi
Last recorded89,614 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBX 509M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 89,614 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 88,090 miles

Nearside Front Outrigger corroded

Pass 2 May 2018 86,802 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 86,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 85,478 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 84,252 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 82,812 miles

RUST N.S.F. CHASSIS

Pass 10 Feb 2014 81,553 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 81,553 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 79,219 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 78,025 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 76,346 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 76,346 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 76,017 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 76,017 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 75,525 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 75,525 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 74,423 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 74,423 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 73,108 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 72,104 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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YBX 509M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YBX 509M, 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 YBX 509M registered?

YBX 509M is a 1974 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is YBX 509M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBX 509M shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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