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ECF 160V

1980 Volkswagen Camper

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

86,420 mi
Last recorded86,420 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Camper49,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECF 160V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 86,420 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 80,091 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2018 80,091 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 77,839 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Jul 2017 77,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 76,447 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jul 2015 73,890 miles

BOTH front tyres have cracking

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2015 73,864 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering damper fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH front tyres have cracking

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2014 70,761 miles

N/S and O/S front tyres have cracking to the outer sidewall/edge

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2013 67,589 miles

N/S/F seat missing

Rear bumper missing leaving brackets exposed

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Fail 29 Jun 2013 67,581 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/S/F seat missing

Rear bumper missing leaving brackets exposed

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Fail 14 Jun 2012 65,738 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 65,738 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2011 65,151 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 63,343 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 62,234 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 62,234 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 60,349 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2008 60,349 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2007 59,686 miles

off side rear drive shaft gaitor split

Pass 13 Jul 2006 55,919 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 55,011 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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ECF 160V is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 49,104 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 ECF 160V, 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 46 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 ECF 160V registered?

ECF 160V is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 21 February 1980.

Is ECF 160V safe to buy?

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