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YPB 865T

1978 Volkswagen Camper Van

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

81,064 mi
Last recorded81,064 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van53,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPB 865T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 81,064 miles

corrosion to nearside rear quarter panel at base

corrosion to offside front step

very slight play lower ball joints

Fail 26 Nov 2025 81,063 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

corrosion to nearside rear quarter panel at base

corrosion to offside front step

very slight play lower ball joints

Pass 3 Dec 2024 80,734 miles

some play offside front lower suspension arm inner bearing /bush

Pass 27 Nov 2023 79,445 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 79,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) play centre steering idler arm pin /bush (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 75,711 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

some play centre steering idler arm pin/bush

Fail 20 Sep 2022 75,711 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) play in centre steering idler arm pin/bush (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 68,266 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 68,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

slight play centre steering idler arm pin/bush

Pass 16 Jul 2020 63,012 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 60,580 miles

offside rear exhaust flange bolts loose lightly

some play centre steering idler arm bush

Pass 15 Aug 2018 58,099 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 58,099 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged split in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2017 54,279 miles

both rear brakes have slight distortion

offside rear exhaust box leaking slightly

some play in steering idler

Pass 27 Jul 2016 52,467 miles

lights interacting slightly

rear brakes have slight run-out

slight free play in steering idler

Pass 30 Jul 2015 52,459 miles

front and rear lights interacting slightly with indicators

slight free play in steering idler arm

Pass 3 May 2011 52,317 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 52,315 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 52,279 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 29 Apr 2009 52,279 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 8 May 2008 52,073 miles

slight play in steering idler

Fail 7 May 2008 52,073 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight play in steering idler

Pass 13 Jul 2006 52,029 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 51,648 miles

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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YPB 865T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 YPB 865T, 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 YPB 865T registered?

YPB 865T is a 1978 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YPB 865T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPB 865T shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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