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NJR 278M

1973 Volkswagen Campervan

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,580 mi
Last recorded57,580 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Campervan47,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJR 278M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 57,580 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 57,526 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 57,443 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 57,422 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 57,132 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 56,931 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 56,137 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 54,002 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o\s\r cv boot split

Pass 21 Jun 2010 48,735 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 48,735 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Steering arm deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 31,333 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 31,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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NJR 278M is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NJR 278M, 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 NJR 278M registered?

NJR 278M is a 1973 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is NJR 278M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJR 278M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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