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S829 LRA

1998 Volkswagen Camper

Grey Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

153,513 mi
Last recorded153,513 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Camper79,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS829 LRA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 153,513 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 150,091 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 147,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVISE RENEWAL (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 147,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVISE RENEWAL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 143,750 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 143,750 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 140,619 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel trims or covers fitted not allowing inspection of wheel nut/bolts

Fail 30 Nov 2021 140,619 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Wheel trims or covers fitted not allowing inspection of wheel nut/bolts

Pass 16 Nov 2020 135,358 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 135,358 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 125,609 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 122,018 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 118,657 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 114,687 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 110,310 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 107,472 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 100,609 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 95,966 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 88,920 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 81,666 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 77,997 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 68,656 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 68,656 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 62,150 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 57,874 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 48,598 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 48,598 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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S829 LRA is a 1998 Volkswagen Camper in Grey with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 79,813 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S829 LRA, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Camper is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S829 LRA registered?

S829 LRA is a 1998 Volkswagen Camper, first registered on 14 August 1998.

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