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YTJ 543L

1972 Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,960 mi
Last recorded7,960 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle68,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTJ 543L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravelle
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2019 7,960 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 7,382 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 106,609 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 5,545 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 4,477 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 3,933 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 3,195 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 2,884 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 1,974 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 1,278 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 863 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 486 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 124 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 99,527 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravelle?

Based on 422,168 MOT tests across 24,962 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
5,286
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
24,962
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 8,177
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,266
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,996
position lamp(s) not working 4,827
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YTJ 543L is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 68,603 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravelle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 8,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YTJ 543L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravelle typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Caravelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YTJ 543L?

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What year was YTJ 543L registered?

YTJ 543L is a 1972 Volkswagen Caravelle, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is YTJ 543L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTJ 543L shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YTJ 543L have outstanding finance?

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