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J529 XRM

1991 Volkswagen Camper Van

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,832 mi
Last recorded156,832 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Camper Van100,150 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ529 XRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 156,832 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 153,702 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 153,702 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed +perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed +perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2022 153,389 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 149,989 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 149,989 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2020 146,138 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 145,272 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 145,272 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 143,649 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 142,814 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 142,814 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 142,475 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 141,539 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/front tyre has small perish cracks in treads?

Fail 20 Nov 2012 138,140 miles

O/S/F tyre has slight perishing in tread, no cords exposed

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Nov 2012 138,140 miles

O/S/F tyre has slight perishing in tread, no cords exposed

Oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2011 136,933 miles

front brake discs and pads getting worn ?

n/s/rear brake binding slightly ?

Fail 9 Nov 2010 135,899 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 135,899 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 135,131 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 134,117 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 134,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 19 Nov 2007 132,148 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 132,148 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 127,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 127,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J529 XRM is a 1991 Volkswagen Camper Van in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 100,150 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 J529 XRM, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J529 XRM registered?

J529 XRM is a 1991 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 6 August 1991.

Is J529 XRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J529 XRM shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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