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N81 GBW

1996 Volkswagen Camper

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests31 (21 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate67.7%

Mileage

135,464 mi
Last recorded135,464 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Camper113,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN81 GBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 10 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 135,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 135,464 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2025 133,382 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 May 2025 133,379 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases And central (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 May 2024 130,035 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2024 130,028 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 126,300 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 123,001 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 122,998 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2021 119,228 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 115,209 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair low efficiency (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 5 May 2020 115,209 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair low efficiency (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 May 2019 114,242 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 111,017 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 111,017 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2017 108,757 miles

Central Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Fail 10 May 2017 108,755 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat Buckle fixing to seat insecure (5.2.1a)

Central Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 106,248 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 106,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 May 2015 104,534 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 104,007 miles

all four tyres sidewalls perished

intermittent brake pedal fault

Pass 15 Aug 2013 102,925 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 102,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 102,598 miles

offside rear tyre small bulge and cut in sidewall

play in steering column

Pass 11 Apr 2011 102,061 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 100,302 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 96,498 miles

O/S/F door mirror glass cracked

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Unable to see all components due to engine under tray fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2008 84,230 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING JOINTS...

Pass 20 Apr 2007 74,761 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 74,761 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 60,789 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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N81 GBW is a 1996 Volkswagen Camper in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.7%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 113,015 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 7,879 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N81 GBW, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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N81 GBW is a 1996 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 24 May 1996.

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