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F909 CYA

1988 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

93,219 mi
Last recorded93,219 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Camper117,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF909 CYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 93,219 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 93,213 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 93,210 miles

Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit from battery to n/side front (4.11 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 91,785 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 91,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewalls split & cracked to excess (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split & cracked to excess (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. o/side & nside rear 8ply & 6ply on same axle (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing to inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 90,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear corrosion to 1/4 panel

shields limiting inspection

Pass 3 Dec 2019 90,848 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 90,822 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread depth low & uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play on all wheels however taper roller bearings fitted (5.1.3 (a) (i))

corrosion on body

Pass 31 Mar 2017 90,022 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 88,261 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 85,370 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 85,115 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 85,091 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 83,603 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 78,509 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 77,535 miles

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 76,366 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 74,101 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 70,857 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 67,623 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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F909 CYA is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 F909 CYA, 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 F909 CYA registered?

F909 CYA is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 17 September 1988.

Is F909 CYA safe to buy?

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