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BRE 388J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,821 mi
Last recorded44,821 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRE 388J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 44,821 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2015 44,821 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 44,427 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 44,427 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 42,876 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 40,645 miles

slight play in sterin idler arm bush

Pass 14 Apr 2008 38,826 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 35,278 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 35,278 miles

Centre Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BRE 388J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BRE 388J, 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 BRE 388J registered?

BRE 388J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 7 July 1971.

Is BRE 388J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRE 388J shows 9 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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