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DWB 958V

1979 Volkswagen Campervan

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

93,217 mi
Last recorded93,217 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Campervan47,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWB 958V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 93,217 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 93,111 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 93,044 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 92,953 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 92,861 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 92,722 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 92,471 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 92,357 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 92,219 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 91,977 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 91,921 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 91,776 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 91,634 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 90,907 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 89,640 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 88,717 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 86,875 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 84,041 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 84,041 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 77,783 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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DWB 958V is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 47,196 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 DWB 958V, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DWB 958V?

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What year was DWB 958V registered?

DWB 958V is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is DWB 958V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWB 958V shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DWB 958V have outstanding finance?

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