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996 XUC

2007 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

95,471 mi
Last recorded95,471 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Camper52,255 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration996 XUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 95,471 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 95,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 95,401 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 95,143 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 95,143 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 95,136 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components fowling on brake cylinder mount (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2018 9,488 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 9,472 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 9,472 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 94,553 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2016 9,455 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 94,104 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 91,897 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 89,802 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 87,449 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 85,320 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 82,211 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 82,211 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 81,954 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 81,712 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 81,239 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 81,237 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper?

Based on 115,919 MOT tests across 7,619 vehicles.

67.9%
Pass Rate
1,159
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
7,619
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,879
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,804
Stop lamp not working 3,507
position lamp(s) not working 3,386
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996 XUC is a 2007 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 52,255 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 996 XUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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996 XUC is a 2007 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 June 2007.

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