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VFR 983K

1971 Volkswagen Camper

Turquoise Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,793 mi
Last recorded26,793 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper51,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFR 983K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1971
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 26,793 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 25,417 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 24,889 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 23,884 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 23,908 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 22,600 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 21,428 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,042 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 18,325 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 117,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,828 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 14,965 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 13,080 miles

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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VFR 983K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper in Turquoise with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 VFR 983K, 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 VFR 983K registered?

VFR 983K is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 9 December 1971.

Is VFR 983K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFR 983K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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