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GLH 838T

1979 Volkswagen Camper Van

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

70,642 mi
Last recorded70,642 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Camper Van54,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLH 838T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 70,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2020 70,368 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2020 70,368 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 70,361 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 70,352 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 70,321 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 70,135 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2017 70,135 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 69,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2015 66,999 miles

slight play in steering pivot arm

Pass 23 Apr 2014 66,438 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 65,869 miles

rear exhaust blow o/s/r

Pass 17 Jun 2012 64,599 miles

Nearside front tyre losing shape

Slight play in rear pitman arm ball joint

Fail 1 Jun 2012 64,519 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre losing shape

Slight play in rear pitman arm ball joint

Pass 21 May 2011 62,946 miles

grease around o/s upper ball joint

play in n/s front hub

rear wheel bearings slightly noisy

screw in o/s front tyre

Pass 9 May 2010 61,363 miles

see checklist 44508

Pass 22 May 2009 59,034 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 59,005 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

unable to fully assess n/s steering joints due to play in w/bearing

Pass 29 May 2008 563,834 miles

see checklist 536712

Fail 25 May 2008 56,801 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

see checklist 536712

Pass 30 May 2007 55,499 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 May 2007 55,499 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 54,127 miles

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How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper Van?

Based on 20,778 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,322
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 857
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 815
Stop lamp not working 626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
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GLH 838T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper Van in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 54,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLH 838T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 47 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GLH 838T registered?

GLH 838T is a 1979 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 14 May 1979.

Is GLH 838T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLH 838T shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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