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FEA 183C

1965 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

89,044 mi
Last recorded89,044 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEA 183C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 89,044 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp all (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 19 May 2016 89,044 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp all (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 86,839 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2015 86,823 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2014 85,535 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 May 2013 84,003 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 81,397 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 80,714 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 80,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 80,382 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2 Camper?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 122
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
position lamp(s) not working 60
Stop lamp not working 54
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FEA 183C is a 1965 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FEA 183C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 61 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FEA 183C registered?

FEA 183C is a 1965 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is FEA 183C safe to buy?

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