1986 Volkswagen T25 1.6L Diesel · C993 FBA
1986 Volkswagen T25 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 May 1986. Recorded mileage 297,671 miles. MOT expired on 11 Dec 2022.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN T25
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Dec 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (28 Jul 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 297,671 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C993 FBA Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2021
- 297,671 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C993 FBA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1986 Volkswagen T25 (C993 FBA) between November 2021 and November 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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