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AYP 551H

1970 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,072 mi
Last recorded87,072 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Camper45,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYP 551H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 87,072 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 87,070 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

Steering system excessively rough steering box internal roughness (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 86,505 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 86,505 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 86,498 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 83,752 miles

indicators fast

knock on steering when rocked by assistant

Fail 19 Jul 2014 83,752 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

indicators fast

knock on steering when rocked by assistant

Pass 3 Jul 2012 81,647 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 79,994 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 76,484 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 76,484 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

floor/footwell corroding at offside front

nearside front bump stop missing

nearside rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 9 Aug 2007 74,185 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 73,255 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 73,255 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Lower Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper?

Based on 115,919 MOT tests across 7,619 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,159
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
7,619
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,804
Stop lamp not working 3,507
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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AYP 551H is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 45,256 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 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AYP 551H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AYP 551H registered?

AYP 551H is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 23 January 1970.

Is AYP 551H safe to buy?

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