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KJD 280W

1981 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,381 mi
Last recorded27,381 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camper51,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJD 280W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,957cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 27,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 272,401 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 272,053 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 271,629 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 27,089 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 270,632 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 269,616 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 269,446 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 26,819 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 26,819 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 267,981 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 267,448 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 264,290 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 264,181 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 May 2007 261,943 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 258,449 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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KJD 280W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KJD 280W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJD 280W registered?

KJD 280W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KJD 280W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJD 280W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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