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G265 SBA

1989 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

91,709 mi
Last recorded91,709 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Camper115,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG265 SBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 91,709 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill under sliding door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting arch holed (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting arch holed (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi hoses x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 90,890 miles

Brake pipes greased

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 90,885 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Both (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All brake pipes greased

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 86,555 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 86,555 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2015 83,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2014 79,329 miles

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

Oil leak

dry on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

Pass 30 Apr 2013 78,380 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 77,980 miles

o/s/f seatbelt buckle shroud missing

slight play at o/s front wheel brgs

Fail 17 Apr 2012 77,980 miles

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

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

o/s/f seatbelt buckle shroud missing

slight play at o/s front wheel brgs

Pass 15 Apr 2011 77,612 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2011 77,612 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 77,392 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 77,392 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2009 77,235 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 77,206 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2008 76,281 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 75,268 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 74,452 miles

Metal power steering pipes heavily corroded

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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G265 SBA is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 G265 SBA, 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.

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G265 SBA is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 3 November 1989.

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