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VYJ 752Y

1983 Volkswagen Camper Van

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

3,950 mi
Last recorded3,950 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Camper Van77,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 752Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 3,950 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner inner gator split

Offside Front Lower corrosion on foot well

Fail 1 Jul 2026 3,950 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner inner gator split

Offside Front Lower corrosion on foot well

Pass 27 Jun 2025 3,485 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 3,473 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 3,093 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 2,710 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear, close to excessive (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 2,690 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear, close to excessive (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 2,343 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 1,952 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 1,925 miles

Offside Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 1,381 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 1,040 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 1,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 595 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 99,991 miles

corrosion to nearside front footwell

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 10 Jun 2016 99,964 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

corrosion to nearside front footwell

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Jun 2015 99,288 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 98,903 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 98,365 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine smokey

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Oil leak

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 13 Jun 2012 97,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Jun 2011 96,916 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 95,537 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 92,708 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 92,490 miles

Centre Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 91,395 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 88,985 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 87,054 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

nearside & offside front tyres starting to crack & perish

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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VYJ 752Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camper Van in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 77,936 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 VYJ 752Y, 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 43 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 VYJ 752Y registered?

VYJ 752Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 25 March 1983.

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The MOT history for VYJ 752Y shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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