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LSG 255N

1974 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,067 mi
Last recorded99,067 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Camper51,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSG 255N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 99,067 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 98,792 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 98,926 miles

wiper switch faulty

Fail 20 Sep 2022 98,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

wiper switch faulty

Pass 6 Sep 2021 98,586 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 98,109 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 98,048 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 97,978 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 97,978 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 94,119 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 27 May 2017 94,087 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 12 Mar 2016 93,351 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

indicators and hazard lights flashing slower than normal

offside rear indicator slightly dimmer than nearside indicator lamp

Fail 12 Mar 2016 93,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

indicators and hazard lights flashing slower than normal

offside rear indicator slightly dimmer than nearside indicator lamp

Pass 6 Mar 2015 92,515 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 91,563 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 88,916 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 87,700 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 85,138 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 83,651 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 32,722 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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LSG 255N is a 1974 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,948 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 LSG 255N, 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 52 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 LSG 255N registered?

LSG 255N is a 1974 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is LSG 255N safe to buy?

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