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AKX 383K

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

97,373 mi
Last recorded97,373 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 383K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 97,373 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake binding

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 95,432 miles

Corrosion of o/s/f floor pan but not within 30cm of seatbelt/steering or brake mounts

Corrosion of o/s/f wheel arch area but not within 30cm of seatbel/steering or brake mounts

o/s sill section unable to fully inspect if correctly welded

Fail 12 Jun 2014 95,430 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Corrosion of o/s/f floor pan but not within 30cm of seatbelt/steering or brake mounts

Corrosion of o/s/f wheel arch area but not within 30cm of seatbel/steering or brake mounts

Number plate Light very dim

o/s sill section unable to fully inspect if correctly welded

o/s/r indicater reaction when hazzards applied

Pass 24 Jun 2013 91,567 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 91,559 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 88,697 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre is showing signs of age

Pass 28 Jun 2011 85,165 miles

underside undersealed

vehicle has been stood

Battery insecure

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

previous repairs and underseal

repainted bodywork

Pass 31 Mar 2009 84,636 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 84,632 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 84,581 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 84,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2006 84,576 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper?

Based on 115,919 MOT tests across 7,619 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,159
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
7,619
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,804
Stop lamp not working 3,507
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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AKX 383K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 51,862 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AKX 383K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AKX 383K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1971.

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