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ASR 597L

1973 Volkswagen Campervan

Orange Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,704 mi
Last recorded89,704 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Campervan47,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASR 597L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 89,704 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 89,625 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

car coated in under seal

Pass 11 Jun 2015 89,144 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 88,526 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 17 Jun 2014 88,526 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 86,745 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 86,712 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres cracking.

Pass 30 May 2012 85,609 miles

nearside front door mirror cracked.

Pass 24 May 2011 84,206 miles

offside and nearside front tyres cracking.

offside and nearside rear tyres cracking.

Fail 24 May 2011 84,206 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

offside and nearside front tyres cracking.

offside and nearside rear tyres cracking.

Pass 19 May 2010 82,196 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 80,546 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 80,546 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 79,999 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 77,933 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 75,565 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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ASR 597L is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan in Orange with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 47,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ASR 597L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ASR 597L registered?

ASR 597L is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 2 March 1973.

Is ASR 597L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASR 597L shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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