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L638 RKU

1993 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

263,569 mi
Last recorded263,569 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Camper123,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL638 RKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 263,569 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 263,568 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 132,522 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 263,484 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 263,335 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 262,614 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 262,606 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 261,448 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both front chassis ends corroded

engine covers and undertrays fitted

exhaust rubbers perishing

o/s/r inner sill corroded

Pass 10 May 2016 254,312 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases link pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 30 May 2015 247,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding

Pass 9 May 2014 236,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre mirror missing

Fail 25 Apr 2014 236,672 miles

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

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre mirror missing

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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L638 RKU is a 1993 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 123,099 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 L638 RKU, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L638 RKU registered?

L638 RKU is a 1993 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 20 September 1993.

Is L638 RKU safe to buy?

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