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G163 LYD

1989 Volkswagen Camper

Red Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

77,957 mi
Last recorded77,957 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Camper115,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG163 LYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 77,957 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

headlamp patterns

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 May 2023 77,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Jun 2022 76,923 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 76,538 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 75,865 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 75,429 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 74,758 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 72,720 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 71,089 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 70,051 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2014 70,051 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 69,182 miles

Slight play in nearside & offside rear wheel bearings

Pass 17 Jan 2012 68,630 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

main beam warning light not working

Pass 31 Dec 2010 67,879 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 67,440 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 4 Dec 2008 66,552 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 65,366 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 64,975 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 62,283 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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G163 LYD is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper in Red with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 115,510 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 G163 LYD, 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 37 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 G163 LYD registered?

G163 LYD is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 14 October 1989.

Is G163 LYD safe to buy?

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