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J557 PRX

1991 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

Red Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,582 mi
Last recorded97,582 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ557 PRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 97,582 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 94,173 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 87,677 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 81,943 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 76,307 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2011 75,632 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 74,493 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 73,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 73,460 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 72,145 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 69,714 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 68,196 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 68,196 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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J557 PRX is a 1991 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in Red with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 J557 PRX, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of J557 PRX?

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What year was J557 PRX registered?

J557 PRX is a 1991 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 5 September 1991.

Is J557 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J557 PRX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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