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SCV 683M

1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Orange Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCV 683M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 1 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2014
Pass 18 Sep 2012
Pass 20 Jun 2008 11,675 miles

some play in steering, advanced rust in body work, some braking pipes showing rust

Fail 29 May 2008 11,672 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

some play in steering advanced rust in body work, no dangerous edges some brake pipes showing

Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,962 miles

some body corrosion

Fail 27 Mar 2007 9,914 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

nearside outer body sill holed corrosion to bodywork

Pass 30 May 2006 6,852 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 6,852 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2 Camper?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 122
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
position lamp(s) not working 60
Stop lamp not working 54
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SCV 683M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Orange with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCV 683M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SCV 683M registered?

SCV 683M is a 1974 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 31 December 1974.

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