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RPO 407S

1978 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

37,841 mi
Last recorded37,841 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

RegistrationRPO 407S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 37,841 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seatbelt reel mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of cab floor next to seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of cab floor next to seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 37,841 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seatbelt reel mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of cab floor next to seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of cab floor next to seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 36,474 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 34,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cylinder 3 exhaust port to heat exchanger (gasket) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 32,416 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Torsion bar corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2020 32,415 miles

Front Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Torsion bar corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2019 30,446 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 27,842 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 27,842 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 24,450 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 20,287 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 17,336 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 156,333 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 11,283 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 7,445 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 7,437 miles

Front Steering damper fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 May 2010 5,401 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 5,394 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2009 1,787 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 98,956 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 98,956 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 97,444 miles

battery tray/ rear floor starting to rust

both rear tyres starting to crack

nearside front inner wing starting to rust

offide front brake slight binding

offside front wheel bearing slight play

offside rear outer driveshaft boot split

steering box slightly damp and slight movement

Pass 24 Apr 2006 96,577 miles

offside front wheel bearing slight play

slight imbalance on rear brakes

steering box slightly damp

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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RPO 407S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 RPO 407S, 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 RPO 407S registered?

RPO 407S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is RPO 407S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPO 407S shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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