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FSW 881Y

1983 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,286 mi
Last recorded29,286 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Camper63,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSW 881Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 29,286 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 28,588 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 28,197 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 27,851 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 27,834 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 27,246 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 26,307 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 24,767 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

steering rack bushes have slight play

Pass 13 Jul 2015 21,358 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 15,795 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 11,021 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 11,020 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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FSW 881Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 63,358 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 FSW 881Y, 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 43 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 FSW 881Y registered?

FSW 881Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 July 1983.

Is FSW 881Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSW 881Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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