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D984 MGL

1987 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,064 mi
Last recorded91,064 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Camper126,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD984 MGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 91,064 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 91,042 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 90,074 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 89,288 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 89,264 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 89,205 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 89,191 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers to small (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 887,891 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 88,500 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 87,763 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 86,006 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 85,561 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 84,737 miles

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 23 Apr 2009 82,030 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 82,030 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 79,226 miles

n/s rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 6 Jun 2006 78,682 miles

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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D984 MGL is a 1987 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 126,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D984 MGL, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D984 MGL registered?

D984 MGL is a 1987 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 July 1987.

Is D984 MGL safe to buy?

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