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H212 VKU

1990 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

Red Diesel 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,405 mi
Last recorded183,405 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Motorcaravan180,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH212 VKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,589cc
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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 183,405 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 182,773 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 182,029 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 181,869 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 181,244 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 181,244 miles

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 180,600 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 179,486 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 179,486 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 177,889 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 173,539 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 172,100 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 172,100 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 171,426 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 170,450 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 166,622 miles

front disc worn with lips

pads low

Fail 15 Apr 2011 166,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front disc worn with lips

pads low

Pass 31 Mar 2010 164,023 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 163,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 159,524 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorcaravan?

Based on 2,605 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,353
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
position lamp(s) not working 63
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H212 VKU is a 1990 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in Red with a 1,589cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 180,922 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H212 VKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 36 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H212 VKU?

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What year was H212 VKU registered?

H212 VKU is a 1990 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 18 September 1990.

Is H212 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H212 VKU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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