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CPA 697Y

1983 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

12,235 mi
Last recorded12,235 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Camper63,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPA 697Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 12,235 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 3,882 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 88,489 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 86,512 miles

numerous welding repairs corrosion areas out of prescribed areas

Fail 13 Mar 2017 86,496 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded fixing area (5.2.6)

numerous welding repairs corrosion areas out of prescribed areas

Pass 27 Feb 2016 83,980 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 78,992 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 74,453 miles

offside rear tyre worn

other corrosion areas out of prescribed areas

underbody surface corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2014 74,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

offside rear tyre worn

other corrosion areas out of prescribed areas

underbody surface corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2013 69,582 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 69,528 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 66,984 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 64,558 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 59,134 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 52,774 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 46,232 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 41,957 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 35,729 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 35,729 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) 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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CPA 697Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 63,358 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 CPA 697Y, 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 43 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 CPA 697Y?

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What year was CPA 697Y registered?

CPA 697Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 27 July 1983.

Is CPA 697Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPA 697Y shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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