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XBY 904X

1982 Volkswagen Type 25

Red Petrol 1970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,101 mi
Last recorded31,101 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Type 2534,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 904X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 25
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,970cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 31,101 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both outer sills have slight corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2011 29,866 miles

both front floor steps have slight corrosion

Pass 17 Apr 2010 29,689 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 28,389 miles

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

slight corrosion to offside and nearside foot steeps

Pass 18 Apr 2008 26,394 miles

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

Oil leak

both front foot steps have slight corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2007 25,181 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 25,181 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 22,667 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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XBY 904X is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25 in Red with a 1,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XBY 904X, 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 XBY 904X registered?

XBY 904X is a 1982 Volkswagen Type 25, first registered on 12 May 1982.

Is XBY 904X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBY 904X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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