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G257 FDA

1989 Volkswagen T25

Green Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,089 mi
Last recorded159,089 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen T25123,211 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG257 FDA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 159,089 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 156,698 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 154,446 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 154,134 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Sep 2017 154,134 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 150,901 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 150,668 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 148,493 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 146,295 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 146,279 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2007 14,555 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 145,550 miles

FRONT PADS WEARING LOW

O/SIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

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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G257 FDA is a 1989 Volkswagen T25 in Green with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 123,211 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 G257 FDA, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G257 FDA registered?

G257 FDA is a 1989 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 7 September 1989.

Is G257 FDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G257 FDA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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