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PEM 30T

1978 Volkswagen Camper

Purple Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,794 mi
Last recorded20,794 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper46,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEM 30T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 20,794 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 20,707 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 20,707 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 20,352 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 20,351 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 70% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2020 20,040 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 20,039 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 17,005 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 17,004 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 16,794 miles

NSR Heat exchanger corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,703 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 14,523 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,951 miles

Rear Number Plate Faded

Fail 30 May 2012 11,731 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 11,731 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 9,759 miles

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

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight oil leak on engine

Pass 1 Jun 2010 7,440 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 4,848 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 4,848 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 97,431 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 95,727 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 92,118 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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PEM 30T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper in Purple with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 PEM 30T, 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

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What year was PEM 30T registered?

PEM 30T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is PEM 30T safe to buy?

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