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J80 VWC

1997 Volkswagen Motorhome

White Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

80,293 mi
Last recorded80,293 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome84,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ80 VWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorhome
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 80,293 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 78,757 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 77,443 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 75,833 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 70,875 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 68,623 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 64,265 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 64,242 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 62,303 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 62,303 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 59,035 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 56,581 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 53,314 miles

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

both front outline markers are inop

Pass 26 Mar 2015 53,314 miles

both front outline markers are inop

Pass 27 Mar 2014 53,341 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 52,298 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 50,174 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 47,521 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 44,140 miles

unable to see front and rear brake pads correctly

Pass 1 Dec 2008 42,047 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 37,860 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 34,545 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorhome?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,733
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 148
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
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J80 VWC is a 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome in White with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,611 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J80 VWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Motorhome is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J80 VWC registered?

J80 VWC is a 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J80 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J80 VWC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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