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YVN 980Y

1983 Volkswagen T25

White Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

11,209 mi
Last recorded11,209 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen T2558,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVN 980Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 11,209 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 11,055 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 10,735 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 10,155 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 9,769 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 31 Jul 2015 9,374 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 7,901 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 6,790 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 6,098 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 31 Aug 2011 5,732 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2011 5,729 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 4,733 miles

n/s rack boot starting to split

Pass 25 Aug 2009 3,462 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 3,462 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2007 3,102 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 1,217 miles

front cross member corroded and various places components wet with brake fluid after repairs

Fail 6 Apr 2006 1,155 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

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

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

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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YVN 980Y is a 1983 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 58,096 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 YVN 980Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YVN 980Y?

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What year was YVN 980Y registered?

YVN 980Y is a 1983 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 3 March 1983.

Is YVN 980Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVN 980Y shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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