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SNU 282K

1971 Volkswagen Caravan

Orange Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

134,885 mi
Last recorded134,885 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Caravan74,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNU 282K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravan
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 134,885 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 134,765 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 134,549 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 134,528 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 134,491 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre Cracks in Tread and on Outer Wall but not deep enough to reach cords

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 134,394 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 134,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 134,065 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2009 133,548 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 132,582 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 130,300 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 127,761 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 126,816 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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SNU 282K is a 1971 Volkswagen Caravan in Orange with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 74,430 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 SNU 282K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SNU 282K registered?

SNU 282K is a 1971 Volkswagen Caravan, first registered on 6 December 1971.

Is SNU 282K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNU 282K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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