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ATY 783V

1979 Volkswagen Campervan

Blue Diesel 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

63,535 mi
Last recorded63,535 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Campervan47,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATY 783V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 63,535 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 63,535 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 62,692 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 61,957 miles

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

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

front axle slightly corroded n/s

Pass 2 Jun 2015 61,635 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 61,635 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 61,025 miles

front axle slightly corroded at n/s

rear floor panel slightly corroded

Fail 16 May 2014 60,966 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front axle slightly corroded at n/s

rear floor panel slightly corroded

Pass 11 May 2013 56,726 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 55,022 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2012 55,022 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2011 54,701 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 54,701 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 54,098 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 53,821 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 52,376 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 52,376 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

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

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

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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ATY 783V is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan in Blue with a 1,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 47,196 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 ATY 783V, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ATY 783V registered?

ATY 783V is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 3 December 1979.

Is ATY 783V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATY 783V shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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