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DJB 585V

1979 Volkswagen Camper

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,822 mi
Last recorded75,822 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJB 585V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2019 75,822 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 75,394 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 74,784 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

all tires starting to perish

Pass 3 Aug 2016 74,222 miles

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

all tires starting to perish.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,746 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 73,261 miles

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

all four tyres perished (sidewalls)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 72,801 miles

All four tyres starting to perish on outer side walls (Advise).

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 72,315 miles

dampness around steering box

Pass 5 Aug 2011 71,883 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 71,073 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 70,047 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 67,679 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 66,379 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advance corrosion to front and rear beam axles

o/s/f wheel bearing starting to wear

Pass 12 May 2006 652,063 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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DJB 585V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DJB 585V, 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 DJB 585V registered?

DJB 585V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 25 October 1979.

Is DJB 585V safe to buy?

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