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CAW 475T

1979 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,809 mi
Last recorded34,809 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAW 475T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 34,809 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2024 34,809 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively Brake Cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 34,790 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Lower Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid master cylinder (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 34,754 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 34,359 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 34,272 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2017 34,242 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Lower Body has slight corrosion both side front doors and nearside rear door (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 33,958 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 33,767 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 33,155 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 32,805 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 32,163 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 32,163 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 31,972 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 31,571 miles

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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CAW 475T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CAW 475T, 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

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What year was CAW 475T registered?

CAW 475T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is CAW 475T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAW 475T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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