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GBT 501L

1973 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,981 mi
Last recorded91,981 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Camper55,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBT 501L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 91,981 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 91,945 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 91,931 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 91,611 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 91,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2010 89,535 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 89,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 88,055 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

slight corrosion on front beam

Pass 25 Apr 2008 88,002 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 85,532 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2005 84,099 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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GBT 501L is a 1973 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 55,762 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 GBT 501L, 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 53 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 GBT 501L registered?

GBT 501L is a 1973 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 20 March 1973.

Is GBT 501L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBT 501L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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