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ULB 229W

1981 Volkswagen Camper Van

Brown Petrol 1957cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

211,127 mi
Last recorded211,127 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van73,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 229W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,957cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 211,127 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 211,034 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 211,028 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 211,007 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 210,555 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 209,789 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 209,789 miles

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 209,486 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 209,329 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 206,423 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2013 206,423 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 206,137 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 205,118 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 202,098 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 201,047 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 194,292 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 194,292 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 May 2007 191,989 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper Van?

Based on 20,778 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,322
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 857
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 815
Stop lamp not working 626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
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ULB 229W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van in Brown with a 1,957cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 73,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ULB 229W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ULB 229W registered?

ULB 229W is a 1981 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULB 229W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULB 229W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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