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XVY 737J

1971 Volkswagen Camper Van

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,789 mi
Last recorded11,789 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van53,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVY 737J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 11,789 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 11,596 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 11,596 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 11,551 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 11,429 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 11,395 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 10,955 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 9,480 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 28 Sep 2009 9,480 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Jun 2008 8,002 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 5,394 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 4,596 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 4,596 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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XVY 737J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 53,159 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 XVY 737J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XVY 737J registered?

XVY 737J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 12 March 1971.

Is XVY 737J safe to buy?

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