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XPA 442N

1974 Volkswagen Caravanette

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

4,517 mi
Last recorded4,517 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Caravanette93,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPA 442N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCaravanette
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 4,517 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 4,517 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow Brake servo vacuum pipe leak at valve rear of engine (1.1.3 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2016 4,509 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 4,509 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure Inertia real to 'B' post/floor area (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure Stalk loose at transmission tunnel area (5.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 2,817 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 965 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 99,150 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 98,093 miles

Battery insecure

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Heater cables loose/detatched from exchangers

N.S. Parking brake not locking out.

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

O.S. Engine bay lid hinge insecure

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 98,093 miles

Battery insecure

Heater cables loose/detatched from exchangers

N.S. Parking brake not locking out.

O.S. Engine bay lid hinge insecure

Pass 11 May 2006 95,592 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Nearside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Caravanette?

Based on 1,995 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
1,190
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
position lamp(s) not working 73
Stop lamp not working 61
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XPA 442N is a 1974 Volkswagen Caravanette in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Caravanette models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.1% with a typical mileage of 93,882 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Caravanette fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPA 442N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Caravanette typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 52 years old, this Volkswagen Caravanette is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPA 442N registered?

XPA 442N is a 1974 Volkswagen Caravanette, first registered on 12 August 1974.

Is XPA 442N safe to buy?

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