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XBL 208E

1993 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,751 mi
Last recorded23,751 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Camper123,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBL 208E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 23,751 miles

fuel tank union was damp , no leak found during test

oil leak

Pass 18 May 2018 23,196 miles

play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 26 May 2017 22,394 miles

front brake imbalance

Fail 26 May 2017 22,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

front brake imbalance

Pass 29 Sep 2015 20,157 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed both front hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

offside rear brake binding slightly

slight seepage from front axle

various chassis repairs made & undersealed

various corrosion forming to front & rear panels, offside outer sill etc

Pass 17 Sep 2014 19,268 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front brake hoses chafing on steering arms

corrosion forming to offside front outer sill

handbrake cables chafing on trailing arms

unable to inspect various repairs to chassis/floors etc due to waxoyl/underseal

Pass 14 Sep 2013 17,677 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 16,856 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 16,823 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 14,425 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 12,942 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 970 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 7,742 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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XBL 208E is a 1993 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 XBL 208E, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBL 208E registered?

XBL 208E is a 1993 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 17 July 1993.

Is XBL 208E safe to buy?

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