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AWG 281K

1972 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,991 mi
Last recorded53,991 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Camper50,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWG 281K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 53,991 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front sill corroded

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2016 53,550 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 53,550 miles

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

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

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2015 51,881 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 May 2014 47,774 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 47,774 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 45,980 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 12 May 2012 45,980 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 43,298 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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AWG 281K is a 1972 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 50,178 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 AWG 281K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AWG 281K registered?

AWG 281K is a 1972 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 23 May 1972.

Is AWG 281K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWG 281K shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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