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MCW 493J

2012 Volkswagen Campervan

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

90,485 mi
Last recorded90,485 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Campervan52,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 493J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 90,485 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2019 90,485 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 88,972 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 88,972 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front to rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 88,168 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 87,812 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 87,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 86,714 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 86,714 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2014 81,361 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2014 81,361 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 78,822 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 60,346 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Campervan?

Based on 12,604 MOT tests across 870 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
1,115
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 811
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 519
Stop lamp not working 381
position lamp(s) not working 380
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MCW 493J is a 2012 Volkswagen Campervan in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 52,946 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Campervan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 811 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCW 493J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Campervan typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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MCW 493J is a 2012 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 22 May 2012.

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