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HTH 117W

1981 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

77,279 mi
Last recorded77,279 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camper51,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTH 117W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 77,279 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 77,277 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 75,642 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 74,885 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 74,885 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 74,305 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 74,305 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 73,081 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 71,133 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 71,132 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 69,720 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 69,719 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases several (7.1.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 69,004 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 68,721 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 68,273 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 14 Aug 2012 67,958 miles

front brake pipes just starting to corrode

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 13 Aug 2012 67,958 miles

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

front brake pipes just starting to corrode

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 15 Apr 2011 66,715 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 66,579 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 66,262 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 66,184 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 65,693 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 65,056 miles

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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HTH 117W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 51,528 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 HTH 117W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HTH 117W registered?

HTH 117W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 8 May 1981.

Is HTH 117W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTH 117W shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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