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G485 PRB

1989 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

83,432 mi
Last recorded83,432 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Camper115,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG485 PRB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 83,432 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 83,352 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 83,155 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 81,953 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 81,943 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor/step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 80,177 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 80,069 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings.

Pass 6 Jun 2018 79,820 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 79,820 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2017 79,522 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 79,502 miles

brakes might require adjustment or bleeding(long pedal)

serious oil leak

slight play in rear hubs

Pass 29 Oct 2014 77,483 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 77,483 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 74,536 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 72,823 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 71,880 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 71,880 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 11 May 2010 69,731 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 67,831 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 65,582 miles

nearside rear tyre wall cracked.

Fail 21 May 2008 65,582 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cracks in outer side wall in the nearside rear.

Pass 23 May 2007 62,298 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 57,908 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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G485 PRB is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 G485 PRB, 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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What year was G485 PRB registered?

G485 PRB is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 11 December 1989.

Is G485 PRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G485 PRB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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