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G831 FOO

1990 Volkswagen Camper

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

103,505 mi
Last recorded103,505 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Camper111,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG831 FOO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 103,505 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 103,502 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 103,211 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 102,630 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 101,765 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 99,839 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 98,232 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 94,907 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 92,780 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 92,780 miles

Fuel hose insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 90,413 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 87,961 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 87,961 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 85,427 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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 25 Oct 2011 84,250 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 81,057 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 77,436 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 76,054 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 17 Nov 2008 76,054 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 72,565 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

front & rear brakes extensively overhauled [with new parts]

Pass 8 Sep 2006 71,477 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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G831 FOO is a 1990 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 111,224 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 G831 FOO, 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 36 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 G831 FOO registered?

G831 FOO is a 1990 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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