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G972 UEC

1990 Volkswagen Type 25

White Petrol 1913cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

81,623 mi
Last recorded81,623 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Type 25112,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG972 UEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,913cc
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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 81,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 81,623 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 80,900 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 80,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 80,111 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 80,111 miles

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 79,286 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 77,237 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 75,826 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 75,046 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 75,046 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 69,887 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 65,906 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 65,392 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 64,997 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 64,996 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2012 64,106 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 62,243 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 62,243 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 May 2010 60,568 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 59,594 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 58,389 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 58,389 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 58,098 miles
Fail 8 May 2007

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2006 57,095 miles

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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G972 UEC is a 1990 Volkswagen Type 25 in White with a 1,913cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 G972 UEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G972 UEC registered?

G972 UEC is a 1990 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 20 April 1990.

Is G972 UEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G972 UEC shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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