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HRV 783N

1998 Volkswagen Camper

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

91,377 mi
Last recorded91,377 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Camper79,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRV 783N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 91,377 miles

All 4 tyres over 20 years old, strongly advise replacement.

General surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Step area corroded, not prescribed area.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Step area corroded, not prescribed area.

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Feb 2026 91,375 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding Strongly advise overhauling all brakes, though roller brake test passed it requires a lot of pedal effort to stop vehicle even at low speed. (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

All 4 tyres over 20 years old, strongly advise replacement.

General surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Step area has corrosion, not prescribed area.

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Step area has corrosion, not prescribed area.

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drop arm. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 86,833 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 86,833 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 86,572 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 76,668 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Very slight play in centre pin (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Jasking pint (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Note Engine is Pre 75

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 76,159 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 76,149 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 71,941 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 71,940 miles

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

nearside wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 27 Mar 2013 71,377 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 64,900 miles

General condition on underside of vehicle is good but needs cleaning and waxoiling or similar

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 57,107 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 45,687 miles

Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 43,134 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 43,134 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2006 38,578 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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HRV 783N is a 1998 Volkswagen Camper in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 79,813 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 HRV 783N, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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HRV 783N is a 1998 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 9 September 1998.

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