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AML 476T

1979 Volkswagen Motorhome

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

32,269 mi
Last recorded32,269 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAML 476T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorhome
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 32,269 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 31,828 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 31,195 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Mar 2017 31,194 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside obligatory indirect vision device insecure sunvisor (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Mar 2016 30,292 miles

Offside Rear brake dust plate rubbing against drum

Fail 30 Mar 2016 30,290 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rubber dust cover damage (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear brake dust plate rubbing against drum

Pass 10 Apr 2015 29,770 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 28,869 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 27,981 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 27,979 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 May 2012 27,449 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 27,449 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 26,679 miles

engine oil leak

slight corrosion to chassis rails and outriggers

slight front brake inbalance whan released

slight play in centre steering idler arm

slight play in steering box

Pass 6 May 2010 25,624 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Temporary fuel cap fitted

advise o/s/r brakes noisy

advise rear fog tell tail n/w

Fail 1 May 2010 24,592 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Temporary fuel cap fitted

advise o/s/r brakes noisy

advise rear fog tell tail n/w

Pass 2 Aug 2008 22,105 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 20,977 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 19,670 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorhome?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,733
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 148
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
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AML 476T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motorhome in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AML 476T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Motorhome is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AML 476T registered?

AML 476T is a 1979 Volkswagen Motorhome, first registered on 18 June 1979.

Is AML 476T safe to buy?

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