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MDR 65R

1977 Volkswagen Camper

Black Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,021 mi
Last recorded42,021 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Camper47,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDR 65R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 42,021 miles

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

some corrosion to offside outer sill

Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,658 miles

Nearside Rear drive shaft gaitor split

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 37,275 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 37,266 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 36,872 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 36,696 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 35,229 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2013 33,610 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 31,146 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 31,060 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 29,234 miles

Corrosion to front panel offside

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2009 29,234 miles

Corrosion to front panel offside

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 26,898 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 26,898 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 24,257 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 24,255 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Corrosion at front underneath both doors

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2006 20,896 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 20,839 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

BOTH NS OS SEAT BELT MOUNTS CORRED

ENGINE HAS OIL LEEK

NS OS REAR WHEEL BEARINGS SLIT PLAY

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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MDR 65R is a 1977 Volkswagen Camper in Black with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 47,796 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 MDR 65R, 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 49 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 MDR 65R registered?

MDR 65R is a 1977 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 29 March 1977.

Is MDR 65R safe to buy?

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