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G861 PYA

1990 Volkswagen Camper

Not stated Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,851 mi
Last recorded70,851 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Camper111,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG861 PYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1990
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 70,851 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes have been painted (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle has been well undersealed

Fail 15 Jul 2025 70,840 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, front to back. Pipes disappear under fuel tank so difficult to fully assess. Suggest further investigation (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle has been well undersealed

Pass 11 Jul 2024 70,832 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In center of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle has been well under sealed

Fail 11 Jul 2024 70,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In center of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Vehicle has been well under sealed

Pass 18 Jul 2023 69,639 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 69,628 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 69,621 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2017 68,749 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2017 68,749 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 May 2016 67,977 miles

body corrosion offside rear

Pass 11 May 2015 67,402 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 66,939 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 64,181 miles

tailpipe missing

Pass 11 May 2012 62,032 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 58,624 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 53,800 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 51,766 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 51,766 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2008 49,952 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all brake hose ferruls slightly corroded

rear wiper defective

Pass 2 Apr 2007 47,840 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 46,166 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 46,059 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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G861 PYA is a 1990 Volkswagen Camper in Not stated with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G861 PYA, 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 G861 PYA registered?

G861 PYA is a 1990 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 11 April 1990.

Is G861 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G861 PYA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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