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YVW 282L

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

83,932 mi
Last recorded83,932 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVW 282L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 83,932 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 8 May 2018 83,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Apr 2017 80,774 miles

corrosion by drivers seat just outside seat belt prescribed area

corrosion under vehicle battery

slight play in front steering joint

Fail 27 Apr 2017 80,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

corrosion by drivers seat just outside seat belt prescribed area

corrosion under vehicle battery

slight play in front steering joint

Pass 13 May 2016 80,352 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering pivot point has slight play idler arm pivot (2.2.B.1g)

oil leak

tyre load rating(car tyres fitted)

Fail 9 May 2016 80,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering pivot point has slight play idler arm pivot (2.2.B.1g)

oil leak

tyre load rating(car tyres fitted)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 73,892 miles

Advise adjustment of rear brakes and o/s/r has slight judder

Fail 21 Apr 2010 73,891 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advise adjustment of rear brakes and o/s/r has slight judder

Pass 12 Jan 2009 73,412 miles

both rear outer drive shaft gaiters deteriorating

Fail 12 Jan 2009 73,411 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

both rear outer drive shaft gaiters deteriorating

Fail 22 Dec 2008 73,411 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

both rear outer drive shaft gaiters deteriorating

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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YVW 282L is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 52,615 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YVW 282L, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YVW 282L registered?

YVW 282L is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is YVW 282L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVW 282L shows 11 tests with a 45.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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