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YVB 639H

1970 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Red Petrol 1578cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,599 mi
Last recorded4,599 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVB 639H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,578cc
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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 4,599 miles

advise n/s sill corroded

Fail 30 Apr 2018 4,594 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis leg (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension/outrigger leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering column flexible coupling cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

advise n/s sill corroded

Pass 2 May 2017 4,554 miles

advise outer sills rusty

Fail 28 Apr 2017 4,528 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

advise outer sills rusty

Pass 29 Apr 2016 4,450 miles

advise n/s outer sill, o/s inner sill corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2016 4,436 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis leg (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner arch (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chasis leg (2.4.A.3)

advise n/s outer sill, o/s inner sill corroded

Pass 19 May 2015 4,386 miles

advise rear tail pipe rusty

advise rust around o/s seat belt mount

Pass 12 May 2014 4,243 miles

Slight play steering pin.

Pass 3 May 2013 3,896 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 3,882 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 3,816 miles

Centre Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 3,751 miles

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

Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 3,045 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 3,035 miles

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 2,804 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 2,803 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 2,564 miles

Vehicle Has Received Extensive Welding

Fail 13 Apr 2007 2,564 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 2,467 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 2,454 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion appearing to underside.

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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YVB 639H is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Red with a 1,578cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YVB 639H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YVB 639H is a 1970 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 23 January 1970.

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