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FKT 426L

1972 Volkswagen Campervan

Grey Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,624 mi
Last recorded22,624 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Campervan47,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKT 426L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 22,624 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Area corroded outside of prescribed areas. Step and inner section

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Area corroded outside of prescribed areas. Step and inner section

Offside Front Brake lagging slightly in operation

Offside Headlamp beam image slightly vague

Pass 27 Nov 2024 22,267 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Inspection of vehicle underside limited by heavy rust protection

Multiple exhaust shields loose

Offside Beam image slightly vague

Offside Front Corroded outside of prescribed areas

Fail 19 Nov 2024 22,261 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Repairs must extend to sound metal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Repairs must extend to sound metal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Silencer clip broken (6.1.2 (a))

Inspection of vehicle underside limited by heavy rust protection

Multiple exhaust shields loose

Offside Beam image slightly vague

Offside Front Corroded outside of prescribed areas

Pass 15 Nov 2023 20,708 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 18,478 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 18,410 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Service brake excessively fluctuating both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rear (4.2.3 (c))

some parts of the underside covered in black wax oil, not allowing to see possible rusty components?

underside rear floor,chassis, components and component areas rusty,

Pass 19 Oct 2021 17,297 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 16,319 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 14,626 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,703 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 13,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 11,817 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 10,473 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 9,190 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/r tyre slightly cracking

Pass 17 Apr 2014 7,750 miles

underside of vehicle very rusty

Pass 25 Apr 2013 6,492 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2012 5,415 miles

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

slight play in the rear bearings

Fail 15 May 2012 54,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

slight play in the rear bearings

Pass 26 May 2011 4,740 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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FKT 426L is a 1972 Volkswagen Campervan in Grey with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 47,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKT 426L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FKT 426L registered?

FKT 426L is a 1972 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 20 October 1972.

Is FKT 426L safe to buy?

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