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SNO 262W

1980 Volkswagen T25

Gold Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,623 mi
Last recorded16,623 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen T2571,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNO 262W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 16,623 miles

lots surface rust to suspension and sills

Pass 26 Mar 2021 16,483 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 16,386 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 16,299 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 16,226 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 13,386 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 10,972 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 8,179 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,499 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 15,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 15,493 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 15,454 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 14,468 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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SNO 262W is a 1980 Volkswagen T25 in Gold with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 71,002 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 SNO 262W, 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 46 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 SNO 262W registered?

SNO 262W is a 1980 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 8 September 1980.

Is SNO 262W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNO 262W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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