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HLU 638K

1971 Volkswagen Camper Van

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

33,481 mi
Last recorded33,481 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van53,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLU 638K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 33,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 May 2015 30,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 30,578 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 28,064 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear brake binding slightly

slight corrosion on offside front chassis leg

Pass 24 Feb 2012 24,267 miles

drivers seat runner worn but works as intended

Fail 23 Feb 2012 24,266 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers seat runner worn but works as intended

Fail 17 Sep 2005 23,663 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Sub-frame worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

both sills and various areas of floor sections corroded and holed outwith prescribed areas

horn has harsh /grating sound

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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HLU 638K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 53,159 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 Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HLU 638K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HLU 638K registered?

HLU 638K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is HLU 638K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLU 638K shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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