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LWD 881V

1980 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,917 mi
Last recorded30,917 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWD 881V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2009 30,917 miles

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

advanced corrosion at offside and nearside B post and chassis outriggers

inner and outer offside rear drive shaft boots deteriorated inner nearside rear drive shaft boot deteriorated

Fail 2 Jun 2009 30,917 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

advanced corrosion at offside and nearside B post and chassis outriggers

inner and outer offside rear drive shaft boots deteriorated inner nearside rear drive shaft boot deteriorated

Pass 5 Apr 2008 29,226 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 29,214 miles

Nearside Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 27,089 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 27,087 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/r driveshaft boots both split

slight play in front wheelbearings

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2 Camper?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 122
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
position lamp(s) not working 60
Stop lamp not working 54
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LWD 881V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LWD 881V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 46 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LWD 881V registered?

LWD 881V is a 1980 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 1 April 1980.

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