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E496 LRN

1988 Volkswagen Camper

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

184,356 mi
Last recorded184,356 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Camper117,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE496 LRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 184,356 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

N/S/F brake slightly binding

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 183,214 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 181,345 miles

Centre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

front tyres 195 14 rear tyres 205 14

oil leak o/s/r back plate

spare tyre obsurress full view of number plate

Fail 20 Apr 2011 181,345 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

front tyres 195 14 rear tyres 205 14

oil leak o/s/r back plate

spare tyre obsurress full view of number plate

Pass 1 May 2010 179,250 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 179,250 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 177,561 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 175,882 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 171,666 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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E496 LRN is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E496 LRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E496 LRN registered?

E496 LRN is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 25 April 1988.

Is E496 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E496 LRN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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