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OEU 89J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,445 mi
Last recorded66,445 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 89J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 66,445 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 66,443 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2008 55,463 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 52,513 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 46,566 miles

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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OEU 89J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 51,862 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 OEU 89J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEU 89J registered?

OEU 89J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is OEU 89J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 89J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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