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DOY 478J

1970 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,858 mi
Last recorded24,858 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Camper45,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOY 478J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2017 24,858 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 34,842 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,541 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

n/s/r outer cv boot perished

Pass 24 Jun 2014 21,558 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 20,780 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 20,069 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 19,460 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 19,256 miles

horn starting to grate

Pass 7 May 2009 18,957 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 18,934 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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DOY 478J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 45,256 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 DOY 478J, 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 56 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 DOY 478J registered?

DOY 478J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 18 August 1970.

Is DOY 478J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOY 478J shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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