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KMR 503X

1981 Volkswagen T25

Maroon Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

23,756 mi
Last recorded23,756 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen T2562,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMR 503X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 23,756 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre bald inside edge

both rear tyres inner edge wear

Pass 5 Jul 2016 18,245 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 17,563 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Slight play in steering rack mounts

Pass 5 Aug 2013 14,484 miles

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

Slight play in steering rack mounts

Fail 5 Aug 2013 14,480 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Slight play in steering rack mounts

Pass 19 Jul 2012 9,344 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jul 2012 9,344 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2011 6,139 miles

Slight play in nearside and offside steering rack mount bushes

Pass 1 Jul 2010 5 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 3 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 3,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2007 3,870 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 1,261 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 1,261 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Radius arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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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KMR 503X is a 1981 Volkswagen T25 in Maroon with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 62,824 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 KMR 503X, 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 45 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 KMR 503X registered?

KMR 503X is a 1981 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is KMR 503X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMR 503X shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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