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XTW 665X

1981 Volkswagen T25

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,484 mi
Last recorded99,484 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen T2562,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTW 665X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2015 99,484 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s rear outer cv boot split

Pass 16 Apr 2013 98,017 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2012 95,917 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 95,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2011 94,298 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 91,413 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 91,413 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2005 56,533 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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XTW 665X is a 1981 Volkswagen T25 in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XTW 665X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XTW 665X registered?

XTW 665X is a 1981 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 3 August 1981.

Is XTW 665X safe to buy?

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