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E946 HFG

1988 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,459 mi
Last recorded106,459 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Camper117,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE946 HFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 106,459 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Various bits of corrosion underneath and body.

Pass 8 Oct 2024 106,384 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front step weak

various underbody surface corrosion

Fail 3 Oct 2024 106,382 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch/box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired step corroded (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front step weak

various underbody surface corrosion

Pass 18 Aug 2022

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

slight underbody surface corrosion

Pass 2 Jul 2021 106,390 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 106,383 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 21 May 2019 106,383 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 106,383 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 106,383 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 106,383 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wish bone front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 104,091 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 103,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 103,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 31 May 2013 102,871 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 102,871 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 101,960 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 101,215 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 101,171 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 101,149 miles

(2) Nearside mirror arm insecure.

(6) Metal brake pipes to rear brake hoses corroded slightly.

Fail 19 May 2008 101,076 miles

(5) Metal brake pipe to offside rear brake hose corroded close to limit.

(8) Exhaust corroded slightly.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2008 101,076 miles

(5) Metal brake pipe to offside rear brake hose corroded close to limit.

(8) Exhaust corroded slightly.

Pass 24 May 2007 100,905 miles

(6) Rear metal brake pipe corroded slightly.

(8) Exhaust corroded slightly.

Pass 19 May 2006 100,845 miles

(6) Rear metal brake pipes corroded slightly.

(8) Exhaust system corroded.

Pass 27 May 2005 100,608 miles

Metal brake pipe to offside rear brake hose corroded slightly.

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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E946 HFG is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,910cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E946 HFG, 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 E946 HFG registered?

E946 HFG is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E946 HFG safe to buy?

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