2012 VOLKSWAGEN CAMPER1.7L Petrol

The Volkswagen camper presents a current roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent test on 29 August 2023 at 94,147 miles which returned a pass with no defects recorded. This clean result follows two earlier failures in 2022 that carry no listed defects, indicating administrative or presentation issues at test rather than mechanical fault. The vehicle's overall condition from the official record shows no escalating concerns across the three-year window. The recorded mileage sits at 94,147 against a 2012 build, equating to roughly 6,725 miles per year which is typical for the age. The test history exposes an unusual plateau: the camper recorded 94,118 miles on 16 May 2022, 94,142 on 16 June 2022, and 94,147 by 29 August 2023. Such minimal accumulation across fifteen months suggests extended periods of storage or very light local use, with the two 2022 failures occurring within a 31-day span at near-identical mileages. The sparse record gives little wear data but implies the van stood idle for long stretches. A buyer should physically verify the structural integrity and underside corrosion given the low usage and age, as standing vehicles commonly develop chassis rust and perished rubber suspension bushes without warning. The brake discs and calipers warrant inspection for seizure after prolonged inactivity, alongside coolant hoses and tyre sidewalls for cracking from ozone exposure. The twin 2022 failures with zero defects logged point to either documentation errors or unrecorded minor presentation faults such as wiper blades or number plate issues. Given the clean 2023 pass, the camper requires only standard pre-purchase checks on consumables and a thorough underside survey before commitment.