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GPE 370J

1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,373 mi
Last recorded78,373 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan52,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPE 370J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 78,373 miles

all tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 2 Jul 2014 76,763 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 75,152 miles

NSF brake disc slightly warped

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

OSF brake binding slightly.

Pass 31 May 2012 74,064 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 74,038 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2011 72,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 22 May 2010 72,560 miles

front number plate starting to discolour

Pass 23 May 2009 71,933 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 71,933 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 71,390 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 70,468 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 69,418 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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GPE 370J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GPE 370J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GPE 370J?

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What year was GPE 370J registered?

GPE 370J is a 1971 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 27 July 1971.

Is GPE 370J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPE 370J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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