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A442 PNS

1983 Volkswagen Camping

Yellow Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

99,878 mi
Last recorded99,878 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Camping61,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA442 PNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamping
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 99,878 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 99,137 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 99,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2021 98,129 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Main beam tell tail light inoperative

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front upper suspension arm areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 98,129 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Main beam tell tail light inoperative

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front upper suspension arm areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 97,765 miles

dash lights not work

Fail 18 Jan 2020 97,765 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive because vehicle does not tick over (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced behind fuel pipe filler neck (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside rear of seat belt mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wishbone arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Colour of vehicle needs changing from beige to yellow

dash lights not work

Pass 18 Jan 2019 96,866 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2019 96,866 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2015 96,277 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 95,716 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 95,708 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 95,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 93,374 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2011 95,786 miles

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

O/S FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BODY CORRODED

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 95,785 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

O/S FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BODY CORRODED

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 92,055 miles

BODYWORK REQUIRES ATTENTION

Fail 12 Jul 2010 92,054 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 90,854 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 90,854 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 89,310 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 89,309 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 87,588 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 87,587 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 85,203 miles

general bodwork condition is poor,some welding will be reqd in some areas

Fail 3 Jul 2006 85,198 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camping?

Based on 1,661 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 60
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A442 PNS is a 1983 Volkswagen Camping in Yellow with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Camping models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 61,312 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 Camping fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A442 PNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camping typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Camping is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A442 PNS is a 1983 Volkswagen Camping, first registered on 5 August 1983.

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