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BVV 457T

1978 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,877 mi
Last recorded42,877 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper46,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVV 457T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 42,877 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 42,877 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 40,228 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,779 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 36,779 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 34,624 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 31,831 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 30,378 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,718 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 26,730 miles

lenning to the right o/s slightly

Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,043 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 19,382 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 19,382 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2006 163,368 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 163,368 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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BVV 457T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 46,703 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 BVV 457T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVV 457T registered?

BVV 457T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is BVV 457T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVV 457T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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