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E853 NOW

1988 Volkswagen Camper

White Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

279,300 mi
Last recorded279,300 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2021
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Camper117,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE853 NOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2021 279,300 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 279,244 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 279,175 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 279,054 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 264,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 263,721 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 263,721 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyres perished in side walls

Fail 29 Jul 2008 262,125 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 262,125 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 259,082 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 259,082 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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E853 NOW is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 E853 NOW, 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

How do I check the history of E853 NOW?

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What year was E853 NOW registered?

E853 NOW is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is E853 NOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E853 NOW shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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