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BGT 747S

1978 Volkswagen Camper Van

Green Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,845 mi
Last recorded24,845 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2006
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van53,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGT 747S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2006 24,845 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 24,845 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BGT 747S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van in Green with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 53,480 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 Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGT 747S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGT 747S?

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What year was BGT 747S registered?

BGT 747S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 13 May 1978.

Is BGT 747S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGT 747S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BGT 747S have outstanding finance?

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