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E519 AKU

1988 Volkswagen T25

Black Petrol 2095cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

295,809 mi
Last recorded295,809 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen T25141,734 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE519 AKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,095cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 295,809 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2016 295,732 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 295,732 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 294,903 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2013 212,982 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 292,941 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 288,443 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 282,265 miles

power steering pipes heavily corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2010 282,265 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

power steering pipes heavily corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2008 282,198 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 280,199 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 280,171 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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E519 AKU is a 1988 Volkswagen T25 in Black with a 2,095cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 141,734 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 T25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E519 AKU, 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 38 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E519 AKU?

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What year was E519 AKU registered?

E519 AKU is a 1988 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E519 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E519 AKU shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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