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KRX 779W

1981 Volkswagen Camper Van

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,133 mi
Last recorded99,133 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van73,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRX 779W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 99,133 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 99,097 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 98,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 98,860 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 98,389 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 98,377 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 97,789 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 97,770 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Advise: offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Jul 2010 96,727 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

O/side front tyre has extensive and deep age degredation cracks in the side wall.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 95,349 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2009 95,349 miles

Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2008 93,944 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 93,944 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 92,881 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 92,881 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2005 91,601 miles

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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KRX 779W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 73,844 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 KRX 779W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KRX 779W registered?

KRX 779W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 8 April 1981.

Is KRX 779W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRX 779W shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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