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DUK 237V

1979 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,329 mi
Last recorded120,329 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper44,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUK 237V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 120,329 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 120,262 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSS MEMBER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced NOT FULLY WELDED (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel BOTH REAR BRAKES (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2021 112,788 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 112,754 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 87,931 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 75,958 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Underbody corroded and holed outside perscribed areas

Pass 17 Aug 2018 72,889 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Underbody corroded and holed outside perscribed areas

Pass 11 Aug 2017 69,176 miles

Front crossmember corroded and holed outside perscribed area

Offside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded and holed outside perscribed area

inner sills corroded and holed outside perscribed area

Pass 9 Aug 2016 65,163 miles

Both front and rear inner sills corroded and holed outside perscribed area.

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front crossmember corroded and holed outside perscribed area

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 55,947 miles

Inner sills corroded and holed outside perscribed area

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Various non structual crossmembers corroded and holed

Pass 7 Aug 2014 49,507 miles

Front crossmember corroded and holed outside perscribed area

Inner sills both sides corroded and holed outside perscribed area

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Aug 2013 37,202 miles

Both inner sills corroded and holed outside perscribed area.

Front outriggers and crossmember corroded and holed outside perscribed area.

General underbody corrosion outside perscribed area.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 541 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 99,791 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 99,775 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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DUK 237V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DUK 237V, 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 DUK 237V registered?

DUK 237V is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is DUK 237V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUK 237V shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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