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XRN 661Y

1983 Volkswagen Camping

Grey Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

35,087 mi
Last recorded35,087 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Camping61,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRN 661Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamping
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 35,087 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 34,986 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 34,779 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 34,772 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 34,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 34,191 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 33,871 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 33,864 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 May 2017 33,097 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 32,916 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 32,916 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm (2.4.A.3)

Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 31,885 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 30,650 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 29,586 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 27,620 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 23,816 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 23,816 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 22,228 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear wheel arch corroded

slight corrosion offside front footwell

Pass 27 Nov 2007 19,187 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 16,616 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 12,996 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camping?

Based on 1,661 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 135
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 60
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XRN 661Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camping in Grey with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Camping models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 61,312 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camping fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 135 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XRN 661Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camping typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Camping is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XRN 661Y registered?

XRN 661Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Camping, first registered on 26 January 1983.

Is XRN 661Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRN 661Y shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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