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E237 AKW

1988 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,357 mi
Last recorded50,357 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE237 AKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2 Camper
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 50,357 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 50,061 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 50,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2 Camper?

Based on 1,526 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
1,055
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 122
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 71
position lamp(s) not working 60
Stop lamp not working 54
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E237 AKW is a 1988 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 Camper fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E237 AKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 Camper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E237 AKW registered?

E237 AKW is a 1988 Volkswagen Type 2 Camper, first registered on 1 January 1988.

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