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B312 UJA

1985 Volkswagen T25

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,123 mi
Last recorded61,123 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen T2558,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB312 UJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 61,123 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 61,051 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 57,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 57,119 miles

Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 53,133 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH FRONT (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 49,778 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 47,382 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 47,343 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen T25?

Based on 9,312 MOT tests across 509 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
1,367
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
509
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 475
Brake pipe excessively corroded 363
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 303
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 299
Steering rack gaiter split 252
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B312 UJA is a 1985 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 58,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen T25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B312 UJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen T25 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B312 UJA registered?

B312 UJA is a 1985 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 22 February 1985.

Is B312 UJA safe to buy?

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