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C831 ULF

1986 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,146 mi
Last recorded16,146 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Camper80,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC831 ULF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2026 16,146 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front out riggers corroded

Nearside Rear outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 15,611 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 14,976 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 13,047 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 11,508 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 11,506 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner And End Sill - Marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 11,368 miles

Rear lights generally dim

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all worn misshaped and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hand brake poor

surface corrosion to underside

Fail 11 Mar 2021 11,362 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted missing (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear lights generally dim

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all worn misshaped and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hand brake poor

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 1 Jul 2019 10,418 miles

Rear number plate discolouring

general under body corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2018 10,142 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside steering rack gaitor worn

minor corrosion forming

park brake has little reserve travel

Pass 6 Jun 2017 9,474 miles

advise slight corrosion n/s sill

Pass 25 Sep 2015 8,301 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 5,383 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 11,544 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 96,855 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 96,401 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 96,155 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 95,317 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 93,901 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 94,646 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRE TREADS WEARING ON OUTER EDGES

Pass 9 May 2006 93,409 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 93,409 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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C831 ULF is a 1986 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 80,216 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 C831 ULF, 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 40 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 C831 ULF registered?

C831 ULF is a 1986 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 6 January 1986.

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