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H731 CTP

1990 Volkswagen Type 25

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,586 mi
Last recorded79,586 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Type 25112,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH731 CTP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 79,586 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 79,586 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 79,152 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 77,424 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 75,600 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 74,666 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 74,212 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 71,720 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 69,017 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 66,423 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 64,923 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 63,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

near side rear tyre cracking on side wall

Pass 21 May 2014 59,426 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 57,532 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

off side rear tyre is cracking on sidewall

Pass 3 May 2013 57,532 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

off side rear tyre is cracking on sidewall

Pass 23 Mar 2012 53,678 miles

O/S/R tyre starting to show age related cracks in tread but no cords showing

Pass 21 Apr 2011 53,420 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 51,707 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 51,707 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 11 May 2007 51,208 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2006 50,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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H731 CTP is a 1990 Volkswagen Type 25 in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H731 CTP, 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 H731 CTP registered?

H731 CTP is a 1990 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 26 October 1990.

Is H731 CTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H731 CTP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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