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FBY 523H

2008 Volkswagen Camper

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

96,189 mi
Last recorded96,189 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Camper51,240 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 523H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 96,189 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 93,344 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 93,344 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 May 2024 88,271 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 88,264 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 82,391 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 78,799 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged + both rears (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 13 May 2022 78,799 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged + both rears (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 May 2021 73,085 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 69,658 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 663,238 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 663,065 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 58,893 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 58,751 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 58,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 May 2016 58,583 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 58,505 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 57,521 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 57,296 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 57,003 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 55,898 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 53,451 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 52,282 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2008 52,241 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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FBY 523H is a 2008 Volkswagen Camper in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 51,240 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 FBY 523H, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FBY 523H registered?

FBY 523H is a 2008 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is FBY 523H safe to buy?

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