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VXA 735L

1973 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Green Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

813 mi
Last recorded813 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper61,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXA 735L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 813 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 808 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective rubber split (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 697 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 71 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017
Fail 17 Mar 2017

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2 Camper?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 122
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
position lamp(s) not working 60
Stop lamp not working 54
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VXA 735L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Green with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 61,891 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 Type 2 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VXA 735L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VXA 735L?

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What year was VXA 735L registered?

VXA 735L is a 1973 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is VXA 735L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VXA 735L shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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