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D254 TWF

1987 Volkswagen T25

White Diesel 1570cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

86,355 mi
Last recorded86,355 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen T25115,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD254 TWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelT25
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,570cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 86,355 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive o/s and n/s inner driveshaft oil seals on gearbox slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 86,166 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 86,161 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 86,149 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 85,987 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 85,978 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 85,928 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 85,870 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 85,691 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 85,637 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 218,307 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 218,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 216,143 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 215,333 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 215,322 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 214,398 miles

Corrosion to brake pipes, unions & ferrules.

Corrosion to front & rear suspension components.

N/s/r bump end cap loose.

Fail 11 Jun 2013 214,398 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Corrosion to brake pipes, unions & ferrules.

Corrosion to front & rear suspension components.

N/s/r bump end cap loose.

Pass 3 May 2011 213,971 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 212,606 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 212,606 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 204,633 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 18 Sep 2007 199,824 miles

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

offside rear driveshaft boot inner clip

Fail 17 Sep 2007 199,824 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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

offside rear driveshaft boot inner clip insecure

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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D254 TWF is a 1987 Volkswagen T25 in White with a 1,570cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen T25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 115,854 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 D254 TWF, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen T25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D254 TWF registered?

D254 TWF is a 1987 Volkswagen T25, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D254 TWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D254 TWF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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