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E598 OFX

1988 Volkswagen T25

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

95,889 mi
Last recorded95,889 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen T25141,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE598 OFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 95,889 miles

all brake pipes greased

Pass 21 Sep 2022 95,871 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 8 Sep 2021 95,548 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material transverse x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 95,240 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear transverse x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 95,229 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear transverse x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 93,816 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 87,316 miles

1/ n/s front steel brake pipe becoming corroded

Fail 6 Apr 2018 87,315 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

1/ n/s front steel brake pipe becoming corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2017 85,168 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 82,266 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 78,844 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 74,397 miles

1.both rear tyres becomming perished 2.exhaust system becomming corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2012 70,606 miles

Rear tyres cracking.

Fail 7 Feb 2012 70,606 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear tyres cracking.

Pass 16 Feb 2011 69,864 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 69,437 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 68,936 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 68,025 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 67,308 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 67,308 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 65,671 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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E598 OFX is a 1988 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 E598 OFX, 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.

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What year was E598 OFX registered?

E598 OFX is a 1988 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E598 OFX safe to buy?

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