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A870 HLF

1983 Volkswagen Campervan

Yellow Diesel 1895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

7,194 mi
Last recorded7,194 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Campervan51,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA870 HLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,895cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 7,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 7,192 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 7,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 6,880 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 6,832 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Sep 2019 6,832 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 6,749 miles

Nearside Front slight corrosion to step(underneath)

Fail 20 Sep 2018 6,749 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 6,254 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding slightly

Offside Front Inner Rack joint play

Pass 21 Sep 2016 5,991 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 5,741 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 5,741 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

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

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 5,540 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 5,540 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,271 miles

Offside and Nearside inner ball joint on rack has slight play

Fail 18 Sep 2013 5,271 miles

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

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

Offside and Nearside inner ball joint on rack has slight play

Pass 14 Sep 2012 4,864 miles

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 4,864 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 4,533 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 4,049 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 4,049 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 3,571 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 3,571 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 2,481 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 1,724 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 1,720 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 1,255 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 1,255 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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A870 HLF is a 1983 Volkswagen Campervan in Yellow with a 1,895cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 51,931 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 Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A870 HLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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A870 HLF is a 1983 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 25 November 1983.

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