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Volkswagen Camper

Orange · Petrol · 1974 · 1,795 cc

445 MAEMOT history

445 MAE is an orange petrol Volkswagen Camper first used on 14 Nov 1974. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 34,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
34,050 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
445 MAE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Camper
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,795 cc
Year of manufacture
1974
First used
14 Nov 1974
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

445 MAE was last recorded at 34,050 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2008: 4,529 miles, lower than 97,983 miles on 26 Jul 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
33,985 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
65 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 34,050 miles
  • 2024 – 33,222 miles
  • 2023 – 32,091 miles
  • 2022 – 31,884 miles
  • 2017 – 31,099 miles
  • 2016 – 30,903 miles
  • 2014 – 24,533 miles
  • 2013 – 21,077 miles
  • 2012 – 16,101 miles
  • 2011 – 12,781 miles
  • 2009 – 7,531 miles
  • 2008 – 4,529 miles
  • 2007 – 97,983 miles
  • 2006 – 92,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,050 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,050 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    34,050 miles
    Test number
    216166742933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass33,985 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    33,985 miles
    Test number
    783040040431
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail33,985 miles (+763)1 dangerous4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,985 miles
    Test number
    598100097733
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass33,222 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    33,222 miles
    Test number
    128571542768
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Fail33,220 miles (+1,129)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,220 miles
    Test number
    921416701713
    • MajorNearside Front Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Front passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass32,091 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    32,091 miles
    Test number
    382620288445
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  7. Fail32,091 miles (+207)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,091 miles
    Test number
    468099990059
    • MajorDriver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  8. Pass31,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    31,884 miles
    Test number
    346985052921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front no seatbelt

  9. Fail31,883 miles (+784)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,883 miles
    Test number
    170142650327
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front no seatbelt

  10. Pass31,099 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    31,099 miles
    Test number
    956505677341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail31,098 miles (+195)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,098 miles
    Test number
    811971588378
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill + floor pan corroded front to back (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner floor pan corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass30,903 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,903 miles
    Test number
    274154625277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail30,888 miles (+6,355)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,888 miles
    Test number
    658605007634
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass24,533 miles (+3,456)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,533 miles
    Test number
    598214244289
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHandbrake cable deteriorating

  15. Pass21,077 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    21,077 miles
    Test number
    669458643256
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Fail21,075 miles (+4,974)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,075 miles
    Test number
    606024233224
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass16,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,101 miles
    Test number
    918117702235
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail16,101 miles (+3,320)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,101 miles
    Test number
    116736402204
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass12,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    12,781 miles
    Test number
    975105431083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

  20. Fail12,781 miles (+5,250)10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,781 miles
    Test number
    359991711012
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • NoteBoth outer sills holed and coroded

  21. Pass7,531 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    7,531 miles
    Test number
    741157539350
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOffside outer sill and floor areas coroded

  22. Fail7,531 miles (+3,002)11 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,531 miles
    Test number
    830069929398
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth outer handbrake cables poor condition
    • NoteOffside outer sill and floor areas coroded

  23. Pass4,529 miles (-93,454)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    4,529 miles
    Test number
    194832318298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBad engine oil leak
    • NoteWear in steering idler bush

  24. Pass97,983 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    97,983 miles
    Test number
    130907907297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail97,977 miles (+5,974)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,977 miles
    Test number
    280665907294
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass92,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    92,003 miles
    Test number
    203473616220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail92,003 miles4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,003 miles
    Test number
    844133216237
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Questions about 445 MAE

What vehicle is registration 445 MAE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 445 MAE on an orange petrol Volkswagen Camper first used on 14 Nov 1974. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 445 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 445 MAE expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 445 MAE?
The MOT on 445 MAE expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 445 MAE done?
445 MAE was recorded at 34,050 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025.
Has 445 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 445 MAE has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 445 MAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 445 MAE find?
445 MAE passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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