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DPN 626V

1979 Volkswagen Camper

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

10,707 mi
Last recorded10,707 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPN 626V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 10,707 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 7,702 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 3,841 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2023 778 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 98,205 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 94,873 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 92,048 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 92,048 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 88,642 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 83,922 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 81,889 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 77,997 miles

general under body corrosion

rear axle beam corroded

slight free play detected at steering wheel

Pass 30 Apr 2015 75,429 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear axle beam support brackets corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2014 71,131 miles

offside front shockabsorber lower bush worn

rear beam axle bracing plates corroding

Pass 29 Apr 2013 68,944 miles

corrosion to rear of body above gearbox

offside front lower shockabsorber bush worn

Pass 1 May 2012 66,609 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,329 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear shockabsorber covers deteriorated

Pass 7 May 2010 58,804 miles

BODY RUST ABOVE G/BOX

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 55,969 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 53,292 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear fog lamps half lit? only one bulb correctly fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2007 50,047 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 50,016 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip pad worn

emissions carried out at 2000 rpm

n/s vrear wheel arch and door corroded

slight front brake judder

slight play in both outer track rod joints

Pass 20 Apr 2006 43,761 miles

n/s rear wheel arch +n/s centre door corroded.

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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DPN 626V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DPN 626V, 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 DPN 626V registered?

DPN 626V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 22 August 1979.

Is DPN 626V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPN 626V shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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