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F725 JYJ

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

103,304 mi
Last recorded103,304 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF725 JYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 103,304 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 102,486 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 102,460 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 101,953 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

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

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

fuel filler pipe deteriorated

Pass 29 Apr 2022 101,748 miles

Fuel hose chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 101,747 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel hose chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))

slight exhaust blow

Pass 9 Apr 2021 101,154 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill & inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 101,149 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill & inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Steering rack insecure movement in mountings (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill & inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 99,925 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 99,195 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 98,103 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 98,103 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 97,028 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 95,875 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 89,417 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 85,657 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 82,661 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 81,192 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 80,457 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 80,444 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 79,434 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 78,291 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 76,650 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 76,631 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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F725 JYJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F725 JYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F725 JYJ registered?

F725 JYJ is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 November 1988.

Is F725 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F725 JYJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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