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Volkswagen Motor Caravan

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1960 · 1,500 cc

MAS 312MOT history

MAS 312 is a multi-colour petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 31 Dec 1960. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 71,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2024
Mileage
71,374 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2023
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MAS 312
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
31 Dec 1960
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

MAS 312 was last recorded at 71,374 miles on 13 Sept 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,374 miles · 7 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 71,374 miles
  • 2017 – 69,737 miles
  • 2015 – 69,711 miles
  • 2014 – 69,569 miles
  • 2011 – 69,507 miles
  • 2010 – 69,183 miles
  • 2009 – 69,034 miles
  • 2006 – 68,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,374 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering center mount bushes on axleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside of car undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,374 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    71,374 miles
    Test number
    578641765241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering center mount bushes on axle
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car undersealed

  2. Fail71,374 miles7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,374 miles
    Test number
    535324270669
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering center mount bushes on axle
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car undersealed

  3. Pass70,153 km
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,153 km
    Test number
    787324390838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,737 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,737 miles
    Test number
    978677146920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,711 miles (+142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,711 miles
    Test number
    348801665171
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  6. Pass69,569 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,569 miles
    Test number
    358716054124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,507 miles (+324)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,507 miles
    Test number
    266955031292
    • NoteCenter cross member slightly bent

  8. Pass69,183 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,183 miles
    Test number
    981141750235
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

  9. Fail69,133 miles (+99)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,133 miles
    Test number
    773862020212
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureCentre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass69,034 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,034 miles
    Test number
    523868799137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,998 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    68,998 miles
    Test number
    382007876418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,990 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    491853166292
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Questions about MAS 312

What vehicle is registration MAS 312 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MAS 312 on a multi-colour petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 31 Dec 1960. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MAS 312 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on MAS 312 expired on 12 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on MAS 312?
The MOT on MAS 312 expired on 12 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has MAS 312 done?
MAS 312 was recorded at 71,374 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2023, an average of 140 miles a year.
Has MAS 312 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MAS 312 has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on MAS 312 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on MAS 312 find?
MAS 312 passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2023 with 9 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 6 more.

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