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YMJ 223L

1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,033 mi
Last recorded95,033 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan48,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMJ 223L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 95,033 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 93,876 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

fuel cap slightly deteriorated

Fail 1 Feb 2018 93,876 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

fuel cap slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Feb 2017 93,674 miles

Oil leak ()

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap seal is slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre is slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 May 2010 93,362 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate cracked

n/s/f top ball joint dust cover split

surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

Fail 10 May 2010 93,362 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate cracked

n/s/f top ball joint dust cover split

surface corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 1 May 2009 92,759 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 90,007 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 89,882 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate slightly damaged

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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YMJ 223L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 48,892 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 YMJ 223L, 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 54 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 YMJ 223L registered?

YMJ 223L is a 1972 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 5 December 1972.

Is YMJ 223L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMJ 223L 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.

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