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OFM 177Y

1983 Volkswagen T25

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

111,604 mi
Last recorded111,604 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen T2558,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFM 177Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 111,604 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 111,126 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 111,126 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch assembly corroded near body fixing showing electrical wire chaffing on body structure likley to cause short circuit (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2019 110,456 miles

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

corrosion to vehicle

Pass 6 Jun 2018 106,993 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 106,618 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 103,981 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 100,526 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 100,140 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 97,696 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 95,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 May 2013 94,458 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 94,458 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2012 92,849 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 91,727 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 91,723 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 91,588 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 91,587 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake drum insecure (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 91,065 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 91,059 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake drum insecure (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 89,587 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 96,680 miles

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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OFM 177Y is a 1983 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 58,096 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 OFM 177Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OFM 177Y registered?

OFM 177Y is a 1983 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 20 May 1983.

Is OFM 177Y safe to buy?

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