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XEA 79X

1982 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,600 mi
Last recorded7,600 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Camper56,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEA 79X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 7,600 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 6,776 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 6,776 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 4,484 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2011 2,134 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 99,102 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 97,207 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 95,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 95,127 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 91,518 miles

the front part of the front to rear metal brake pipe is showing signs of corrosion and there are areas of this pipe that cant be seen being hiden by paneling, this tester suggests the pipe is checked further and or replaced

Pass 29 Jun 2006 86,715 miles

One item. the front half of the fromt to rear metal brake pipe is corroded,although its not as yet exessive, there are parts of this brake pipe that cannot be seen cos its hidden behind floor panelling, this tester suggests it is checked.

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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XEA 79X is a 1982 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 56,135 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 XEA 79X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XEA 79X registered?

XEA 79X is a 1982 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is XEA 79X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEA 79X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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