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NHO 281T

1978 Volkswagen Camper

Beige Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,372 mi
Last recorded81,372 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper46,703 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHO 281T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 81,372 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 81,372 miles

Fuel pipe leaking going to carb (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 81,170 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 80,845 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 80,612 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 80,353 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 80,353 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 80,202 miles

Nearside Front step corroded not structural

Offside Front wheel arch corroded not structural

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s and o/s rear inner sills corroded not structural

Fail 22 Mar 2021 80,202 miles

Nearside Front step corroded not structural

Offside Front wheel arch corroded not structural

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s and o/s rear inner sills corroded not structural

Pass 9 Mar 2020 80,042 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 80,042 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 79,507 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 79,059 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 78,630 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 78,263 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 77,529 miles

o/s/f step corroded not structural

Pass 3 Mar 2014 76,681 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 75,806 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 74,968 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 74,049 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 73,932 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 72,585 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2010 72,585 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 70,815 miles

o/s/r drive shaft gaitor split

Pass 10 Mar 2008 69,339 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 69,339 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 68,437 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 67,880 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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NHO 281T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper in Beige with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 46,703 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 NHO 281T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NHO 281T?

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What year was NHO 281T registered?

NHO 281T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is NHO 281T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHO 281T shows 28 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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