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F758 JUE

1989 Volkswagen Type 25

Red Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

266,563 mi
Last recorded266,563 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Type 25133,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF758 JUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 266,563 miles

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack mounting bush's slightly worn

Pass 6 Aug 2024 261,957 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 258,532 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 251,741 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 248,915 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front step corroded

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 244,602 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 241,414 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 237,314 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 237,313 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2017 231,522 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 227,842 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 227,839 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 221,119 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 210,008 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 207,865 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 196,206 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 196,206 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 191,026 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 191,026 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 183,033 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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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F758 JUE is a 1989 Volkswagen Type 25 in Red with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Type 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 133,511 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 F758 JUE, 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 37 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 F758 JUE registered?

F758 JUE is a 1989 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F758 JUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F758 JUE shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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