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SUF 179X

1982 Volkswagen Type 25

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,217 mi
Last recorded13,217 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Type 2534,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUF 179X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 13,217 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 128,816 miles

Front Upper Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 121,944 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

play in steering cupling

Pass 27 Apr 2016 103,721 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 8,433 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 6,765 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)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 6,709 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 6,709 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 4,966 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 1,854 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 1,851 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 430 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 406 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 97,599 miles

Slight play bottom steering column joint

Pass 25 Mar 2006 96,135 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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SUF 179X is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 34,406 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 SUF 179X, 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 44 years old, this Volkswagen Type 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SUF 179X registered?

SUF 179X is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 13 March 1982.

Is SUF 179X safe to buy?

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