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S249 VWJ

1998 Volkswagen Motor Home

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

244,017 mi
Last recorded244,017 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Motor Home49,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS249 VWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Home
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 244,017 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 244,017 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 242,472 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 242,472 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 236,283 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 232,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 229,918 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 227,042 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2020 227,030 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 221,868 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 214,043 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 214,043 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 211,718 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 206,259 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 198,302 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 198,286 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 193,451 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 193,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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S249 VWJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Motor Home in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Motor Home models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 49,428 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 Motor Home fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 110 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S249 VWJ, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Home is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S249 VWJ?

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What year was S249 VWJ registered?

S249 VWJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Motor Home, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S249 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S249 VWJ shows 18 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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