Volkswagen T25
Registered in 1990.
What fails its inspection
Great Britain's MOT record for the 1990 1.9 petrol. 7 of 23 tests failed.
| Where | Share of failures | Failed tests |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 57% | 4 |
| Brakes | 43% | 3 |
| Tyres and wheels | 43% | 3 |
| Visibility | 29% | 2 |
| Steering | 14% | 1 |
The defects inspectors cite
- The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- A tyre seriously damaged
- Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched
Before you buy one
Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.
- Suspension — 57% of its failures
- The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
- Brakes — 43% of its failures
- Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- Flexible brake hose excessively damaged, chafed, twisted or stretched
- Tyres and wheels — 43% of its failures
- A tyre cords visible or damaged
- A tyre seriously damaged
- Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- Steering — 14% of its failures
- Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
- Visibility — 29% of its failures