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RBN 590J

1970 Volkswagen Camper

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,997 mi
Last recorded87,997 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Camper45,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBN 590J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 87,997 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 86,577 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 84,928 miles

pattern on headlights faded

Pass 26 Apr 2017 83,047 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 82,916 miles

cracks in rubber covers on right hand front lower ball joint and track rod end

Fail 4 Apr 2016 82,916 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

cracks in rubber coupling between steering box and steering column

cracks in rubber covers on right hand front lower ball joint and track rod end

Pass 10 Apr 2015 81,263 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,992 miles

Headlamps dim.

Pass 24 Dec 2012 76,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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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RBN 590J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 45,256 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 RBN 590J, 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 56 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 RBN 590J registered?

RBN 590J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is RBN 590J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBN 590J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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