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PEA 713W

1980 Volkswagen Camping

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

10,040 mi
Last recorded10,040 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Camping45,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEA 713W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamping
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Apr 2010 10,040 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

both rear and n/s front tyres - sidewalls perished

n/s rear drive shaft cvj gaiter split

Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,170 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

body corroded holes in sills

Fail 25 Jun 2008 9,170 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

body corroded holes in sills

Pass 24 May 2007 84,680 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 84,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 8,109 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 8,109 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camping?

Based on 1,661 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 60
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PEA 713W is a 1980 Volkswagen Camping in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Camping models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 45,635 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camping fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PEA 713W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was PEA 713W registered?

PEA 713W is a 1980 Volkswagen Camping, first registered on 12 September 1980.

Is PEA 713W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEA 713W shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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