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N213 XBR

1996 Volkswagen Motor Home

White Diesel 2383cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

37,297 mi
Last recorded37,297 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Motor Home37,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN213 XBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Home
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,383cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 37,297 miles

oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2025 37,287 miles

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

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2024 33,145 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2024 33,134 miles

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outline marker lamp missing center light missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 33,119 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 30,759 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 30,160 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 29,667 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 29,279 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 28,607 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 26,021 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 25,747 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 24,738 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 23,976 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 22,578 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 20,795 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 17,101 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 13,154 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 7,403 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 2,931 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 53,332 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 53,332 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Home?

Based on 3,150 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,400
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 110
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 87
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 71
brake binding 64
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N213 XBR is a 1996 Volkswagen Motor Home in White with a 2,383cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 37,769 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Home fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N213 XBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Home typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Home is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N213 XBR registered?

N213 XBR is a 1996 Volkswagen Motor Home, first registered on 12 June 1996.

Is N213 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N213 XBR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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