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UBE 197T

1979 Volkswagen Campervan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

37,202 mi
Last recorded37,202 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Campervan47,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBE 197T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCampervan
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 37,202 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 37,090 miles

Central Rear Body has a projection caused by damage BUMPER BRACKETS PROTRUDEING SHARP EDGES. (6.1.C.1)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever is fouling adjacent parts of the vehicle LEVER OPERATION OBSTRUCTED BY GEAR LEVER (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' DEVICES AFFECTING VISION IN FRONT OF WINDSCREEN. (8.3.1b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear NUMBER PLATE COULD BE DIFFICULT TO READ DUE TOO ITS POSITIONING.

Pass 3 Aug 2016 35,721 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 34,768 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 34,642 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 34,267 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 34,267 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 33,576 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,478 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 30,432 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 30,427 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 25,309 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 25,309 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 6 Sep 2007 20,313 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 20,313 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 15,751 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 15,744 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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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UBE 197T is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Campervan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 47,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UBE 197T, 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 47 years old, this Volkswagen Campervan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UBE 197T registered?

UBE 197T is a 1979 Volkswagen Campervan, first registered on 17 April 1979.

Is UBE 197T safe to buy?

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