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BNU 769L

1973 Volkswagen Camper

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,718 mi
Last recorded35,718 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Camper55,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNU 769L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 35,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f,head,light,out,put,deteriorated

under,side,of,vehicle,very,heavily,waxoil

Fail 5 Jul 2022 35,693 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out,rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/f,head,light,out,put,deteriorated

under,side,of,vehicle,very,heavily,waxoil

Pass 1 Jul 2021 32,624 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 32,617 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by handbrake cable (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 30,285 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 29,127 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 27,931 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 27,931 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 26,546 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 26,007 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 25,857 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 23,710 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 22,143 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 19,626 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,021 miles

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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BNU 769L is a 1973 Volkswagen Camper in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 55,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BNU 769L, 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 53 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 BNU 769L registered?

BNU 769L is a 1973 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is BNU 769L safe to buy?

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