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ETF 571J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,374 mi
Last recorded65,374 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETF 571J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 65,374 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Corrosion under doorstep

Pass 7 Oct 2020 65,344 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 65,189 miles

Offside Front Slight play in hub

Pass 20 Jun 2018 65,100 miles

Offside Front Slight play in hub.

Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,974 miles

corosion starting on underside.

Fail 12 Jun 2017 64,973 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

corosion starting on underside.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 64,879 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 64,879 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

front brake binding both brakes (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding both brakes (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 64,759 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 64,701 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 64,638 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 64,426 miles

oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2010 64,361 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front tyres low

oil leak

slight play in hubs

slight play in steering

slight play in suspension

slight scoring in screen

Pass 22 Dec 2008 63,742 miles

o/s/f tyre low on tread

slight bind on front brakes

slight play in hubs

slight play in suspension

Fail 18 Dec 2007 62,946 miles

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

scorring in windscreen

Pass 18 Dec 2007 62,946 miles

scorring in windscreen

Pass 7 Dec 2006 62,343 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 62,343 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

slight play in steering joints

Pass 21 Dec 2005 61,869 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 61,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.C4)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.C4)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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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ETF 571J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 51,862 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 ETF 571J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ETF 571J registered?

ETF 571J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is ETF 571J safe to buy?

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