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G97 LEG

1989 Volkswagen Camper Van

White Petrol 1913cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

34,139 mi
Last recorded34,139 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van118,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG97 LEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,913cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 34,139 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 32,857 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 32,197 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 31,883 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 31,653 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 31,653 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 31,523 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 31,416 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 30,200 miles

rear tailpipe corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2018 30,200 miles

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

rear tailpipe corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2017 30,180 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 29,514 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 25,598 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 25,144 miles

rear tyres perished

Fail 5 Aug 2014 25,117 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Aug 2013 24,465 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 24,447 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 23,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,939 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 23,217 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 22,997 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 21,876 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 19,769 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 15,577 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 15,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 11,375 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 11,375 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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G97 LEG is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van in White with a 1,913cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G97 LEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G97 LEG registered?

G97 LEG is a 1989 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 20 September 1989.

Is G97 LEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G97 LEG shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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