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CWL 596Y

1982 Volkswagen Camper

Cream Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,065 mi
Last recorded115,065 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Camper56,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWL 596Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 115,065 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 114,562 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 114,528 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 114,332 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 137,125 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 113,035 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 112,245 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 112,226 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 114,210 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 11,070 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 11,045 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 103,770 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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CWL 596Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Camper in Cream with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 56,135 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 CWL 596Y, 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 44 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 CWL 596Y registered?

CWL 596Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 10 November 1982.

Is CWL 596Y safe to buy?

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