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ARP 718J

2008 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,621 mi
Last recorded58,621 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Camper51,240 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARP 718J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 58,621 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush and offside rear lower (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil and offside rear (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2017 58,621 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush and offside rear lower (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil and offside rear (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 55,613 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 52,478 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 47,881 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 41,993 miles

Indicator switch loose

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 27,485 miles

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2011 26,605 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 26,352 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 24,550 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 24,550 miles

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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ARP 718J is a 2008 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 51,240 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ARP 718J, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ARP 718J registered?

ARP 718J is a 2008 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is ARP 718J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARP 718J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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