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GBL 850K

1972 Volkswagen Campervan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,517 mi
Last recorded67,517 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Campervan47,533 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBL 850K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 67,517 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

interior and n/s mirrors missing [pre 1978]

n/s/f outrigger corroded, not structural

o/s/r outer cv gaiter split

Fail 15 May 2013 67,516 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Steering damper fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

interior and n/s mirrors missing [pre 1978]

n/s/f outrigger corroded, not structural

o/s/r outer cv gaiter split

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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GBL 850K is a 1972 Volkswagen Campervan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GBL 850K, 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.

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GBL 850K is a 1972 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 1 February 1972.

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