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DRD 437K

1972 Volkswagen Campervan

Green Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,162 mi
Last recorded11,162 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Campervan47,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRD 437K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 11,162 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 9,129 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 81,876 miles

slight noise from n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 3 Jul 2013 7,206 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 7,206 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 6,367 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 36,333 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 3,602 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2007

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 99,250 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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DRD 437K is a 1972 Volkswagen Campervan in Green with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 47,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRD 437K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRD 437K registered?

DRD 437K is a 1972 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 23 May 1972.

Is DRD 437K safe to buy?

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