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R103 AKR

1997 Volkswagen Motorhome

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,891 mi
Last recorded132,891 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome84,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 AKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorhome
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 132,891 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 132,890 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 130,457 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 129,446 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 125,321 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 124,197 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 122,943 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 118,594 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 118,594 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 115,450 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 115,450 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2017 114,014 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 109,575 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 105,804 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 105,804 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 101,329 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 101,329 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 90,519 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 83,720 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 78,447 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 74,348 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 68,059 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 67,182 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 61,434 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 56,944 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorhome?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,733
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 148
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
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R103 AKR is a 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 84,611 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R103 AKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Motorhome is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R103 AKR registered?

R103 AKR is a 1997 Volkswagen Motorhome, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R103 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 AKR shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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