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J543 SPY

1991 Volkswagen Camper

White Diesel 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

140,778 mi
Last recorded140,778 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Camper111,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ543 SPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 140,778 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 140,397 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2024 140,377 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 140,122 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 140,166 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 92,519 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 92,406 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 May 2018 92,406 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 May 2017 91,042 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Fail 4 May 2017 91,040 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases various leaks (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 90,558 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both rear (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 8 May 2015 89,013 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2014 85,584 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

some brake pipes greased

Pass 16 May 2013 83,345 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 May 2012 80,681 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust sytem deteriorated

underside corroded in various places

Pass 19 Apr 2011 78,347 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight oil leak

underside and brake pipes starting to show signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2009 75,759 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 71,536 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 69,396 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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J543 SPY is a 1991 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 1,915cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 111,638 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 J543 SPY, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J543 SPY registered?

J543 SPY is a 1991 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J543 SPY safe to buy?

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