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DDM 168S

1978 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,442 mi
Last recorded3,442 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper46,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDM 168S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 3,442 miles

Corrosion N/S/R And N/S/F Floor/Sill Area

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 3,441 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear Silencer Cracked (6.1.2 (a))

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

Corrosion N/S/R And N/S/F Floor/Sill Area

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 1,626 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside body rough (various).

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 1,626 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside body rough (various).

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 644 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 643 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2019 99,075 miles

nearside body rough (several).

Fail 20 May 2019 99,073 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s low (1.4.2 (a) (i))

nearside body rough (several).

Pass 31 May 2018 98,002 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 95,722 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 95,715 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 93,805 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 93,804 miles

Nearside Rear Towbar retaining device insecure (6.6.3a)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 89,873 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 88,146 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Sep 2010 85,970 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside inner constant velocity gaitor split

Fail 3 Sep 2010 85,970 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside inner constant velocity gaitor split

Pass 9 Jul 2009 84,892 miles

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

o/s/f outrigger rusty + holed.

Fail 24 Jul 2008 83,693 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 83,693 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 81,668 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 79,387 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

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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DDM 168S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DDM 168S, 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.

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What year was DDM 168S registered?

DDM 168S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is DDM 168S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDM 168S shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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