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VUH 892S

1978 Volkswagen Camper Van

Green Petrol 1568cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,535 mi
Last recorded18,535 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van53,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUH 892S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,568cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 18,535 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 18,527 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 17,585 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 16,544 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 14,907 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

engine carrier mounting slightly worn

steering box play and steering linkage play

Fail 18 Jun 2011 14,904 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake pedal rubber slightly worn

engine carrier mounting slightly worn

steering box play and steering linkage play

Pass 10 Jun 2010 13,054 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 55,790 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 53,469 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 14 Aug 2006 51,095 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 51,095 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper Van?

Based on 20,778 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,322
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 857
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 815
Stop lamp not working 626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
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VUH 892S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van in Green with a 1,568cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 53,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUH 892S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VUH 892S registered?

VUH 892S is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 26 July 1978.

Is VUH 892S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUH 892S shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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