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LHY 388L

1973 Volkswagen Campervan

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

13,861 mi
Last recorded13,861 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Campervan47,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHY 388L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 13,861 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 13,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 11,774 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 11,774 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 8,978 miles

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 6,477 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 4,888 miles

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 4,886 miles

Brake valve leaking Compensator (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 3,025 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 3,025 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 2,967 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 2,940 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 2,778 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 2,728 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 2,723 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 1,073 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 66 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 66 miles

Brake linkage locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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LHY 388L is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 47,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LHY 388L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHY 388L registered?

LHY 388L is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 7 March 1973.

Is LHY 388L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHY 388L shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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