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BVM 316T

1979 Volkswagen Campervan

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

4,767 mi
Last recorded4,767 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Campervan47,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVM 316T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 4,767 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner front corner underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 4,625 miles

Front both inner wings corroded

chassis corroded

Fail 12 May 2018 4,614 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg x2 (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg x2 (6.1.A.1)

Front both inner wings corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2013 4,482 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 4,470 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 4,411 miles

Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.3.A.2)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 4,294 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 3,955 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 May 2008
Fail 9 May 2008 1 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 3,438 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 3,434 miles

Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 2,580 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 2,579 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side front inner valance hold and coroded

off side rear floor coroded

off side rear outer cv boot split

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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BVM 316T is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BVM 316T, 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 BVM 316T registered?

BVM 316T is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 12 January 1979.

Is BVM 316T safe to buy?

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