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ASB 909W

1980 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,718 mi
Last recorded85,718 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Camper49,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASB 909W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 85,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

front suspension bushes perished

slight corrosion to offside front and rear floors

Pass 2 Aug 2019 81,585 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 80,245 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 80,158 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 78,527 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2016 75,504 miles

Oil leak

Steering rack rubber bushes slightly worn

Pass 18 Jul 2015 74,092 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 72,782 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 70,813 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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ASB 909W is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 49,104 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 ASB 909W, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ASB 909W registered?

ASB 909W is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 30 October 1980.

Is ASB 909W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASB 909W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASB 909W have outstanding finance?

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