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CWU 408Y

1982 Volkswagen Type 25

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,265 mi
Last recorded38,265 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Type 2534,406 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWU 408Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 38,265 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 38,265 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 38,265 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 38,265 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2009 38,265 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 38,265 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2008 38,265 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside mirror glass damaged but still can view to the rear

Fail 22 Jan 2008 38,265 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside mirror glass damaged but still can view to the rear

Pass 21 Jun 2006 38,265 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 25?

Based on 1,693 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,481
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 96
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 56
Brake pipe excessively corroded 54
Steering rack gaiter split 52
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CWU 408Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 34,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CWU 408Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 25 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Volkswagen Type 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CWU 408Y registered?

CWU 408Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 16 August 1982.

Is CWU 408Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWU 408Y shows 9 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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