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ESC 225W

1981 Volkswagen T25

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,415 mi
Last recorded30,415 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen T2562,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESC 225W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 30,415 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 28,327 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 28,327 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 20,858 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 May 2015 20,858 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 16,274 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 9,827 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 9,827 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 98,018 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 98,018 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 92,507 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 May 2010 91,433 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 88,378 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 76,929 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 May 2006 73,590 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 73,590 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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ESC 225W is a 1981 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 62,824 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 ESC 225W, 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 45 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 ESC 225W?

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What year was ESC 225W registered?

ESC 225W is a 1981 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 17 July 1981.

Is ESC 225W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESC 225W shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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