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VKP 461X

1982 Volkswagen Type 25

Cream Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,587 mi
Last recorded85,587 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Type 2534,406 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKP 461X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2006 85,587 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 85,586 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

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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VKP 461X is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 in Cream with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 VKP 461X, 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

How do I check the history of VKP 461X?

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What year was VKP 461X registered?

VKP 461X is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 23 February 1982.

Is VKP 461X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKP 461X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VKP 461X have outstanding finance?

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