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UPT 828R

1976 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

53,384 mi
Last recorded53,384 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Camper58,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPT 828R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 53,384 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 53,384 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 53,298 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both under steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 52,850 miles

Front under steps both sides corroded

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 52,407 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front inner wings corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2021 51,818 miles

Front both inner wings corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 51,818 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front both inner wings corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 50,360 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 50,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 49,900 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 49,900 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 49,813 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 49,225 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 48,635 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 47,392 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 46,735 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 46,454 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 46,174 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 29 Jan 2009 46,170 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

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

n/s front shock absorber cover corroded and holed

Pass 9 Jan 2008 45,765 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 45,613 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 45,613 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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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UPT 828R is a 1976 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 58,262 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 UPT 828R, 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 50 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 UPT 828R registered?

UPT 828R is a 1976 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 December 1976.

Is UPT 828R safe to buy?

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