Volkswagen T25 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen T25. Check any T25 by registration number below.

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69.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-16.3%

vs Volkswagen Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Volkswagen T25 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen T25 has an average MOT pass rate of 69.4%, which is 16.3 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your T25 on the road.

Before buying a used Volkswagen T25, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen T25 performs at MOT across different model years.

1991

Based on 40 vehicles

92.5%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.4%

1990

Based on 116 vehicles

79.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

10.1%

1989

Based on 127 vehicles

70.1%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

21.1%

1987

Based on 58 vehicles

75.9%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

20.0%

1986

Based on 34 vehicles

41.2%Poor

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

59.1%

1985

Based on 70 vehicles

61.4%Below Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

26.5%

1984

Based on 51 vehicles

68.6%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

20.5%

1983

Based on 31 vehicles

64.5%Below Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Retest Rate

26.7%

0

Based on 258 vehicles

70.9%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

5.0%

Rear Nearside

5.0%

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Compare MOT reliability across Volkswagen models.

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92.3% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

Volkswagen Golf Sv Se Navigation Tsi

75.0% pass rate

Volkswagen LT

60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen T25

Volkswagen T25 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen T25 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen T25?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen T25 is 69.4% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen T25?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Volkswagen T25 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 69.4%, the Volkswagen T25 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen T25?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen T25?

Typical mileage for the Volkswagen T25: 102,746 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used T25 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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