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E296 MPV

1988 Volkswagen Camper

Gold Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,165 mi
Last recorded171,165 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Camper117,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE296 MPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 171,165 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 171,164 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 171,164 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 171,164 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 171,163 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 171,163 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 171,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2021 171,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe to flexy (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 170,942 miles

Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

Pass 16 May 2015 170,371 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 170,371 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 169,927 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 168,477 miles

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 168,477 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 167,071 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 167,071 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

exhaust blow

Pass 14 Jul 2010 163,349 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 158,226 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 150,551 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 141,146 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear wheel bearing is slightly noisey

Pass 11 May 2006 130,112 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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E296 MPV is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper in Gold with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 117,984 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 E296 MPV, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E296 MPV registered?

E296 MPV is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E296 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E296 MPV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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