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RGP 425L

1973 Volkswagen Caravan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,865 mi
Last recorded51,865 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Caravan76,341 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGP 425L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 51,865 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 51,763 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 51,686 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 6 Sep 2011 51,686 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 50,314 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 50,264 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 49,172 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravan?

Based on 3,825 MOT tests across 242 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,316
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
242
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 245
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 191
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 167
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 130
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 119
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RGP 425L is a 1973 Volkswagen Caravan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 76,341 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RGP 425L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RGP 425L?

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What year was RGP 425L registered?

RGP 425L is a 1973 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 23 March 1973.

Is RGP 425L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGP 425L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGP 425L have outstanding finance?

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