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BBU 654J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,164 mi
Last recorded22,164 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBU 654J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 22,164 miles

Rear brakes have slight in balance

slight corrosion on vehicle but not excessive

smokes when staring

Fail 18 Nov 2016 22,163 miles

Direction indicators not working none (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear brakes have slight in balance

slight corrosion on vehicle but not excessive

smokes when staring

Pass 27 Oct 2015 20,894 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 20,550 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

vehicle is corroded in places but not excessive

Pass 6 Nov 2014 20,550 miles

vehicle is corroded in places but not excessive

Pass 16 Nov 2013 20,526 miles

underside corroded but not excesive

Pass 12 Sep 2012 20,491 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 20,444 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 20,443 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

parts of steering stiff

Pass 3 Aug 2010 20,434 miles

slight play in steering system

Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,351 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 19,840 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 18,511 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 18,510 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

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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BBU 654J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,600cc 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 BBU 654J, 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 BBU 654J registered?

BBU 654J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is BBU 654J safe to buy?

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