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EMP 985V

1980 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

45,607 mi
Last recorded45,607 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Camper49,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMP 985V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 45,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underneath black sealant which is obstruct view + slightly oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2018 43,893 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2018 43,893 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 42,013 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 41,965 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 39,240 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 39,240 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 37,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 37,429 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2012 36,263 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 34,337 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,378 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 30,372 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 28,838 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 26,187 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 26,168 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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EMP 985V is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EMP 985V, 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.

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What year was EMP 985V registered?

EMP 985V is a 1980 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 25 March 1980.

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