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FRN 503S

1978 Volkswagen Camper Van

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

597 mi
Last recorded597 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van53,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRN 503S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 597 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 99,835 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 99,796 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 99,796 miles

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

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper Van?

Based on 20,778 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,322
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 857
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 815
Stop lamp not working 626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
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FRN 503S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 53,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRN 503S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FRN 503S?

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What year was FRN 503S registered?

FRN 503S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 6 February 1978.

Is FRN 503S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRN 503S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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