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TFK 71W

1981 Volkswagen T25

Brown Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,937 mi
Last recorded69,937 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen T2562,824 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFK 71W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 69,937 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 69,906 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower b post (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced b post (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 69,717 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 69,702 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 68,957 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 68,957 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 68,152 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 68,133 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 66,938 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 66,906 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 65,913 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 23 Feb 2018 65,913 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 65,193 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 65,193 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 62,339 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 62,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 59,362 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 59,362 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 56,614 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 54,211 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 53,091 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 50,251 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 50,251 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 49,212 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 49,212 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Fail 29 Feb 2008 48,335 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 48,335 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 46,898 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f bottom ball joint slight play

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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TFK 71W is a 1981 Volkswagen T25 in Brown with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TFK 71W, 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.

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TFK 71W is a 1981 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 5 May 1981.

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