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EJC 589X

1982 Volkswagen Campervan

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

186,362 mi
Last recorded186,362 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Campervan58,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJC 589X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2022 186,362 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on calliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 186,362 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 186,362 miles

Offside Front brake has a slight bind

Oil leak ()

Fail 13 Oct 2017 186,362 miles

Nearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake has a slight bind

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 May 2016 172,007 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 169,820 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 165,607 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 165,605 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 162,829 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 162,818 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 160,215 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 159,695 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 159,323 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 159,317 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 159,317 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 159,317 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 158,027 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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EJC 589X is a 1982 Volkswagen Campervan in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 58,066 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJC 589X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EJC 589X registered?

EJC 589X is a 1982 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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