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BHS 706X

1981 Volkswagen Campervan

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,961 mi
Last recorded57,961 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Campervan37,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHS 706X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2012 57,961 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 57,742 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 57,742 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 57,556 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 May 2010 57,556 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 May 2009 57,318 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 57,318 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 57,236 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 56,442 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2005 49,770 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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BHS 706X is a 1981 Volkswagen Campervan in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 37,032 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 Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHS 706X, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BHS 706X registered?

BHS 706X is a 1981 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 14 August 1981.

Is BHS 706X safe to buy?

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