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BBD 386K

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,002 mi
Last recorded96,002 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBD 386K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 96,002 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Aug 2017 96,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Aug 2016 95,429 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 95,410 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 95,329 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 95,329 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 95,212 miles

Oil leak

tow bar security.

Fail 20 Aug 2013 95,211 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Oil leak

tow bar security.

Pass 10 Apr 2010 94,372 miles

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

rear tyres have inner sidewall cracks

Pass 18 Apr 2009 93,773 miles

both rear tyres sidewall cracking

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2008 92,873 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 14 Apr 2007 91,012 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 91,012 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 89,044 miles

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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BBD 386K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 51,862 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 BBD 386K, 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 55 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 BBD 386K registered?

BBD 386K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 5 August 1971.

Is BBD 386K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBD 386K shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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