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ESF 953S

1978 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,406 mi
Last recorded42,406 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper46,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESF 953S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 42,406 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 42,182 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 42,149 miles

Offside o/s and n/s front floor to arch corroding

Fail 4 Jun 2016 42,149 miles

Centre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded over axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside o/s and n/s front floor to arch corroding

Pass 23 May 2015 42,010 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 May 2014 41,609 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 41,240 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 40,643 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 May 2011 40,047 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 39,338 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 37,966 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 37,011 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 35,750 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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ESF 953S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 ESF 953S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESF 953S?

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What year was ESF 953S registered?

ESF 953S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 10 July 1978.

Is ESF 953S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESF 953S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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