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G862 SEA

1990 Volkswagen T25

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,881 mi
Last recorded84,881 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen T25135,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG862 SEA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 84,881 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 84,881 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 83,849 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 81,869 miles

Petrol smell

Pass 12 Jul 2022 79,044 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 79,044 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 78,263 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play all 4 wheel have natural manufacture play nothing wrong with wheel bearings or track rods end (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 74,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 68,077 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 65,264 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 62,476 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 60,913 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 56,783 miles

N/S/F trye crackes on out thread

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 56,783 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

N/S/F trye crackes on out thread

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 53,374 miles

front tyres are cracking

Pass 5 Apr 2013 51,174 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 49,160 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 46,623 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 42,881 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake ferrules starting to corrode

fuel hose starting to crack and perish

small crack o/s rear light lens

Fail 25 Jan 2010 42,881 miles

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel hose starting to crack and perish

small crack o/s rear light lens

Pass 21 Jan 2009 41,611 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 41,611 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 40,497 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 39,187 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 37,880 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 37,880 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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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G862 SEA is a 1990 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 135,290 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 G862 SEA, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G862 SEA registered?

G862 SEA is a 1990 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 7 March 1990.

Is G862 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G862 SEA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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