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SOR 237S

1985 Volkswagen Camper

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,377 mi
Last recorded18,377 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2011
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Camper62,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 237S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,377 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

front & rear axle beams corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2011 18,377 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

front & rear axle beams corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2010 18,163 miles

Front beam corroded.

Jacking point corrosion forming.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 17,817 miles

Front No. plate is cracked.

Front beam is corroded.

Offside front jacking point corroded.

Pass 18 Sep 2008 16,934 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 14,869 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 13,028 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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SOR 237S is a 1985 Volkswagen Camper in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SOR 237S, 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.

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What year was SOR 237S registered?

SOR 237S is a 1985 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 18 April 1985.

Is SOR 237S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOR 237S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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