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UHR 973J

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Orange Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,981 mi
Last recorded39,981 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHR 973J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 39,981 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 3,258 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 25,752 miles

advise indicators in front headlights

advise number plate dim

advise old repairs to under side

Pass 3 Mar 2006 5,121 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 5,121 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

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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UHR 973J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Orange with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 UHR 973J, 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 UHR 973J registered?

UHR 973J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 8 April 1971.

Is UHR 973J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHR 973J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UHR 973J have outstanding finance?

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