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G438 XMO

1989 Volkswagen Camper Van

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

139,278 mi
Last recorded139,278 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van118,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG438 XMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 139,278 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 139,278 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested engine overheating (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed van wont start plus overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 3 Nov 2023 139,273 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 139,273 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 139,273 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 139,273 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 139,273 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 139,273 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 139,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 139,272 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 139,272 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 139,110 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 136,598 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 135,220 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2015 135,220 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 131,497 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 130,943 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 130,610 miles

Both front wiper blades deteriorating.

Engine keeps stalling.

Pass 10 Aug 2011 130,284 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 128,887 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 128,455 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 127,169 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 125,209 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 125,209 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 123,013 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 120,498 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper Van?

Based on 20,778 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,322
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 857
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 815
Stop lamp not working 626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
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G438 XMO is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 118,930 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G438 XMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G438 XMO registered?

G438 XMO is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 1 November 1989.

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