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HNP 987J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

77,304 mi
Last recorded77,304 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNP 987J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 77,304 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2018 77,299 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,582 miles

object ladder fitted nearside

Pass 28 Apr 2016 74,212 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2016 74,164 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 72,201 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

play in steering box

Fail 20 Apr 2015 72,190 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

play in steering box

Pass 25 Apr 2014 70,730 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

slight play all four wheel bearings

Oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2014 70,729 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

slight play all four wheel bearings

Oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2013 68,329 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 68,312 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 65,317 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 61,062 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 57,179 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 57,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 14 May 2008 53,618 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 53,609 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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HNP 987J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 51,862 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HNP 987J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNP 987J registered?

HNP 987J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is HNP 987J safe to buy?

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