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DGH 714S

1986 Volkswagen Camper

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

363,966 mi
Last recorded363,966 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Camper80,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGH 714S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 363,966 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 355,496 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 352,546 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 349,296 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 344,060 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 344,047 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 339,595 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 339,595 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 336,863 miles

rear cv boot split

Fail 6 Nov 2013 336,863 miles

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

rear cv boot split

Pass 10 Nov 2012 335,326 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 335,326 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 333,395 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 333,395 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 328,584 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 324,779 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 324,779 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 320,770 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 316,077 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 310,862 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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DGH 714S is a 1986 Volkswagen Camper in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 80,216 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 DGH 714S, 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 40 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 DGH 714S registered?

DGH 714S is a 1986 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 22 December 1986.

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