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EPA 656J

1970 Volkswagen Camper

Maroon Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,983 mi
Last recorded90,983 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Camper45,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPA 656J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 90,983 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 90,944 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 90,905 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 90,578 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 90,238 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 89,167 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 89,167 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 88,344 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 88,344 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 May 2008 88,012 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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EPA 656J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper in Maroon with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EPA 656J, 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 EPA 656J registered?

EPA 656J is a 1970 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 26 October 1970.

Is EPA 656J safe to buy?

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