CarVerify

Free Car Check

PJT 417J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

9,816 mi
Last recorded9,816 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJT 417J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 9,816 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 9,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 7,989 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 7,988 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged Steering Box (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 7,040 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corroded and holed not within prescribed area

Fail 18 May 2022 7,040 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all lights go out when brake pedal depressed (4.2.3 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front wipers not tested

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch corroded and holed not within prescribed area

Pass 20 May 2021 6,336 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 3,255 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 2,265 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 806 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 99,477 miles

tyres perished.

Fail 18 Apr 2016 99,477 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

tyres perished.

Pass 22 Apr 2015 97,741 miles

rear tyres starting to perrish

Fail 14 Apr 2015 97,740 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 97,105 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 97,105 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 May 2013 96,652 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2013 96,652 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 96,070 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
Full Volkswagen Camper reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PJT 417J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJT 417J, 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

How do I check the history of PJT 417J?

You can check the full history of PJT 417J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PJT 417J registered?

PJT 417J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is PJT 417J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJT 417J shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PJT 417J have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PJT 417J. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.