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BPE 389T

1979 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,713 mi
Last recorded44,713 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPE 389T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,713 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 44,385 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 43,789 miles

n/s/ front anti roll bar bracket corroding

rubber steering coupling starting to split

Pass 27 Aug 2013 43,483 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 43,457 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 42,745 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 41,848 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 41,848 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 41,302 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 41,254 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 39,618 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 39,570 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Upper Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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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BPE 389T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 44,963 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 BPE 389T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BPE 389T?

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What year was BPE 389T registered?

BPE 389T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 8 March 1979.

Is BPE 389T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPE 389T shows 12 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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