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DHV 840V

1979 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

80,683 mi
Last recorded80,683 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHV 840V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 80,683 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 80,351 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 79,896 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 78,748 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 77,179 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 77,178 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 75,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 13 Sep 2011 74,224 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Long travel on foot brake

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 74,224 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Long travel on foot brake

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 72,230 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 72,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 11 May 2009 70,203 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 70,203 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 66,298 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 May 2008 66,298 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 65,764 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 65,294 miles

rust hole in near side front floor

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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DHV 840V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DHV 840V, 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 DHV 840V registered?

DHV 840V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is DHV 840V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHV 840V shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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