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MWL 741S

1985 Volkswagen Camper

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,860 mi
Last recorded68,860 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Camper62,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWL 741S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 68,860 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 68,765 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 68,634 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 68,479 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 68,087 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 67,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Oil leak engine area ()

covers fitted under vehicle obscuring components

Pass 7 Mar 2016 66,764 miles

covers fitted under vehicle obscuring components

Pass 2 Mar 2015 66,016 miles

Covers fitted under vehicle obscuring components

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 66,016 miles

Covers fitted under vehicle obscuring components

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 65,085 miles

Oil leak

floor covers

nail in spare tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2013 64,578 miles

Oil leak

floor covers fitted.

Pass 5 Mar 2012 63,795 miles

Oil leak

floor covers not allowing full inspection of the vehicle

Pass 16 Mar 2011 62,209 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 60,496 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 59,306 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 57,919 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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MWL 741S is a 1985 Volkswagen Camper in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 62,636 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 MWL 741S, 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 41 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWL 741S registered?

MWL 741S is a 1985 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 7 October 1985.

Is MWL 741S safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWL 741S shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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