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PLB 789R

1976 Volkswagen Campervan

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

8,506 mi
Last recorded8,506 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Campervan71,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLB 789R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 8,506 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 8,036 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 7,826 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 4,344 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 3,304 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Fail 8 Aug 2017 3,304 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 2,226 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 1,606 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 979 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 99,819 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 99,819 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 99,419 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 99,419 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

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)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 99,113 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2008 99,113 miles

Nearside Outer Rear 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)

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 97,990 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 97,990 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 96,722 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 96,722 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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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PLB 789R is a 1976 Volkswagen Campervan in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 71,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PLB 789R, 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 50 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLB 789R registered?

PLB 789R is a 1976 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 1 October 1976.

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The MOT history for PLB 789R shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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