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TWV 681J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

84,180 mi
Last recorded84,180 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWV 681J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 84,180 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 82,170 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 80,660 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 80,656 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2019 76,061 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 76,058 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 73,926 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 72,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces.

Pass 30 Mar 2016 72,056 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 720,233 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 72,003 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle low effort (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill area (6.1.B.2)

Front both tyres worn on inner edges

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

Nearside Rear engine mount point deteriorated

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

Offside Front chassis corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2015 71,806 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 71,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2014 71,753 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Passengers seat not fitted.

Slight brake imbalance at rear.

Pass 26 Nov 2013 58,831 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 68,830 miles

Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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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TWV 681J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 TWV 681J, 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

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What year was TWV 681J registered?

TWV 681J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 3 February 1971.

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