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UAW 240Y

1982 Volkswagen Type 25

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,544 mi
Last recorded36,544 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2008
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Type 2534,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAW 240Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2008 36,544 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 36,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 36,350 miles

coolant staining at radiator pipes

radiator in poor condition

screen damaged at zone 'b'

Pass 19 May 2006 36,241 miles

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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UAW 240Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UAW 240Y, 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

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What year was UAW 240Y registered?

UAW 240Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 16 September 1982.

Is UAW 240Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAW 240Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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