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AAP 159J

1971 Volkswagen Camper Van

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,373 mi
Last recorded57,373 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van53,159 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAP 159J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2019 57,373 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 57,189 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive steering box area (2.2.C.1h)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 57,042 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 56,111 miles

slight play in steering idler bush

Pass 21 Aug 2013 56,691 miles

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

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

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

offside front chassis leg is rusty

slight play in steering idler

Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,552 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

nearside rear brakes are binding slightly

rear brakes slightly uneven

slight play in steering idler

Pass 28 Jun 2011 55,882 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

slight play in steering idler

Pass 4 Jun 2010 55,449 miles

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

slight play in drag link ball joint

slight play in steering idler

Pass 6 May 2009 54,884 miles

slight play in steering idler bush and steering box

Pass 30 Aug 2007 53,891 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 52,748 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 51,607 miles

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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AAP 159J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AAP 159J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAP 159J registered?

AAP 159J is a 1971 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 4 May 1971.

Is AAP 159J safe to buy?

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