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DPC 217J

1970 Volkswagen Camper

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,153 mi
Last recorded91,153 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Camper45,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPC 217J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 91,153 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated several dust gaiters in poor condition (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 91,147 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated several dust gaiters in poor condition (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 89,704 miles

ball joint gaiters in poor condition

Pass 7 Jul 2016 89,461 miles

several ball joint gaiters in perished condition

Fail 12 Jun 2015 89,451 miles

1. DRAG LINK FRONT BALL JOINT WORN TO LIMIT - recommend renewal.

2. Lower ball joint gaiters split but still preventing the ingress of dirt.

3. ns track rod end gaiter damaged but still preventing the ingress of dirt.

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 89,451 miles

1. DRAG LINK FRONT BALL JOINT WORN TO LIMIT - recommend renewal.

2. Lower ball joint gaiters split but still preventing the ingress of dirt.

3. ns track rod end gaiter damaged but still preventing the ingress of dirt.

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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DPC 217J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DPC 217J, 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.

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What year was DPC 217J registered?

DPC 217J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is DPC 217J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPC 217J shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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