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BAH 820X

1981 Volkswagen Camper

Orange Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

23,625 mi
Last recorded23,625 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camper51,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 820X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 23,625 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 23,177 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2024 23,010 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 21,822 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 19,389 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 18,738 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 17,657 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 17,496 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 17,496 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 17,298 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 17,230 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 17,228 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 17,164 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 16,932 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 16,932 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 16,657 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 16,421 miles

Advise Oil Leak to OFF SIDE of engine leaking oil on to exhaust to cause a smell.

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 16,185 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 16,185 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

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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BAH 820X is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper in Orange with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 51,528 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 BAH 820X, 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 45 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 BAH 820X registered?

BAH 820X is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is BAH 820X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 820X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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