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STD 655L

1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,153 mi
Last recorded54,153 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper36,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTD 655L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 54,153 miles

Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 53,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassic leg (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Fail 10 Oct 2015 53,652 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassic leg (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 18 Sep 2014 52,757 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

o/s/r shock absorber has slight misting of fluid

Fail 23 Sep 2013 52,137 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 52,137 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 51,864 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 51,090 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,480 miles

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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STD 655L is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 36,678 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 STD 655L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was STD 655L registered?

STD 655L is a 1972 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 11 September 1972.

Is STD 655L safe to buy?

The MOT history for STD 655L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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