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S545 RHJ

1998 Volkswagen Motorcaravan

Grey Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,966 mi
Last recorded62,966 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Motorcaravan61,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS545 RHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 62,966 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 62,600 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 62,564 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 62,564 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 62,116 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 60,685 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 58,570 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 57,302 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish on inner side wall

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 57,302 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish on inner side wall

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 55,989 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 53,601 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 50,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 48,577 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 46,600 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,069 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 43,144 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 41,456 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 41,401 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 39,750 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 37,930 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 37,926 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 35,176 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorcaravan?

Based on 2,605 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,353
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
position lamp(s) not working 63
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S545 RHJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Motorcaravan in Grey with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 61,497 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorcaravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 113 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S545 RHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Volkswagen Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S545 RHJ?

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What year was S545 RHJ registered?

S545 RHJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Motorcaravan, first registered on 19 October 1998.

Is S545 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S545 RHJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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