1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Delivery Van models manufactured in 1973, based on 469 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van has an MOT pass rate of 58.2% based on 469 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 57,135 miles on the odometer. With a 41.8% failure rate, the 1973 Delivery Van is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van is Tyres, responsible for 0.9% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Brakes is the second most common issue at 0.6%. Steering follows at 0.4%.
Top failures specific to 1973 models only. The overall Delivery Van page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 0.9% | 4 |
| 2 | Brakes | 0.6% | 3 |
| 3 | Steering | 0.4% | 2 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.4% | 2 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.2% | 1 |
| 7 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 57,135 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 0.15 | 0.9% | 4 |
| Brakes | 0.11 | 0.6% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.07 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Suspension | 0.07 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.04 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.04 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.04 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van has an MOT pass rate of 58.2% based on 469 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 57,135 miles on the odometer. With a 41.8% failure rate, the 1973 Delivery Van is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. At 57,135 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Tyres — 0.9% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Brakes — 0.6% of failures
Brakes issues account for 0.6% of MOT failures on 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Steering — 0.4% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1973 Volkswagen Delivery Van models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.