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ELO 985J

1970 Volkswagen Motorhome

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

64,874 mi
Last recorded64,874 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Motorhome51,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELO 985J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorhome
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 64,874 miles

nearside front crossmember panel corroded

offside outer sill panel corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2024 63,709 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 63,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower crossmember by steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))

nearside front lower crossmember panel cooroded

some corrosion to offside rear lower body panel

Pass 27 Sep 2023 62,956 miles

nearside front lower crossmember panel corroded

some corrosion to nearside h/light reflector

Fail 26 Sep 2023 62,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

nearside front lower crossmember panel corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2022 61,732 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 61,606 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2019 61,606 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 61,218 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 60,833 miles

Near side front bumper in-secure

Off side rear tyre worn on edge and cracked on inner edge

near side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 16 May 2016 60,833 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Near side front bumper in-secure

Off side rear tyre worn on edge and cracked on inner edge

near side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2015 60,260 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 60,260 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 59,954 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 59,954 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 59,939 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 59,933 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2012 59,933 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 59,903 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 25 May 2011 59,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 59,965 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorhome?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,733
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 148
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
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ELO 985J is a 1970 Volkswagen Motorhome in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 51,132 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 Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELO 985J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELO 985J registered?

ELO 985J is a 1970 Volkswagen Motorhome, first registered on 7 December 1970.

Is ELO 985J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELO 985J shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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