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FBP 742X

1981 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

53,240 mi
Last recorded53,240 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camper51,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBP 742X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 53,240 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 53,228 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 53,187 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 53,180 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 19 May 2014 53,169 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2014 53,165 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 53,145 miles

all four tyres cracking

brake pipes and underside undersealed

cut in nearside rear tyre

nearside front brake slight bind

offside rear cv gaitor clip deteriorating

Pass 27 May 2011 52,313 miles

Oil leak

Fail 26 May 2011 52,313 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2007 51,545 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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FBP 742X is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 51,528 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 FBP 742X, 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 45 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 FBP 742X registered?

FBP 742X is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is FBP 742X safe to buy?

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