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G253 VKP

1990 Volkswagen Type 25

Green Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests31 (18 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate58.1%

Mileage

101,887 mi
Last recorded101,887 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Type 25112,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG253 VKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 13 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 101,887 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 101,203 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2025 101,203 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 108,360 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 108,352 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner 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

Nearside Front Outer 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

Nearside Rear Inner 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

Offside Front Inner 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

Offside Front Outer 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

Offside Rear Inner 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

Offside Rear Outer 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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 107,520 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 104,625 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber dust shields damaged.

Fail 21 Dec 2021 104,625 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber dust shields damaged.

Pass 23 Dec 2020 103,200 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 103,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 100,661 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 99,185 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 99,171 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2017 98,733 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak gearbox

Pass 8 Oct 2015

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills inner sills floors chassis etc (2.4.A.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly warped (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Oct 2015

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills inner sills floors chassis etc (2.4.A.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly warped (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 96,486 miles

slight surface corrosion in area or o/s/f seat belt mount

Fail 3 Jun 2014 96,486 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight surface corrosion in area or o/s/f seat belt mount

Pass 10 Jun 2013 92,729 miles

slight corrosion in n/s/r wheel arch

some corrosion on inner front steps

Fail 3 Jun 2013 92,729 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight corrosion in n/s/r wheel arch

some corrosion on inner front steps

Pass 16 Dec 2011 90,515 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Dec 2011 90,515 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 85,719 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 82,650 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 19 Nov 2009 82,650 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 80,302 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 80,302 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 77,128 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 77,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

damage to front number plate

engine oil on minimum

light damage to o/s/f seatbelt

rattley exhaust, o/s/r mounting bolts loose

seat belt buckles bound with tape

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 5 Oct 2006 73,971 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 73,968 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to n/s/r flexi ferrule

light corrosion to all rear brake pipes

noisey operation from o/s/r brake

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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G253 VKP is a 1990 Volkswagen Type 25 in Green with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.1%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Type 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 112,441 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 Type 25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 96 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G253 VKP, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Type 25 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G253 VKP is a 1990 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 9 August 1990.

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