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XLJ 596X

1988 Volkswagen Camper

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,737 mi
Last recorded36,737 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Camper117,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 596X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 36,737 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 36,544 miles

Oil leak ()

headlamps deteriorated

rear brake pipe corroded

slight play in n/s rack end

Pass 18 Nov 2015 114,484 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

oil leak

Fail 3 Aug 2013 35,300 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 35,300 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 May 2012 34,050 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 31,511 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 31,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,732 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight damage to n/s/f tyre side wall

steering rack bushes slightly worn

Pass 9 Aug 2008 29,479 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 29,479 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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XLJ 596X is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 117,984 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 XLJ 596X, 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 38 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 XLJ 596X registered?

XLJ 596X is a 1988 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is XLJ 596X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLJ 596X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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