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PRU 456W

1981 Volkswagen Camping

Cream Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

218,709 mi
Last recorded218,709 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camping35,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRU 456W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamping
Year1981
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 218,709 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 218,709 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged perished to extent that the cords being exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged perished to extent that the cords being exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2013 218,403 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 218,362 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 218,356 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 217,691 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 217,675 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 217,667 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

offside outer sill corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2009 215,153 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 215,146 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006

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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PRU 456W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camping in Cream with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Camping models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 35,524 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PRU 456W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Camping is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PRU 456W registered?

PRU 456W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camping, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is PRU 456W safe to buy?

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