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OKU 459R

1977 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

31,216 mi
Last recorded31,216 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle52,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKU 459R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 31,216 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 31,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 31,191 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 31,127 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 31,001 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 30,740 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 30,412 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 30,412 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2016 29,948 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 29,272 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 28,611 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 28,445 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 27,519 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 26,989 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 25,963 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate in poor condition

slightly low effort on offside rear brake

Pass 25 Jan 2010 25,963 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate in poor condition

slightly low effort on offside rear brake

Pass 8 Jan 2009 24,477 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 23,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 23,412 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 22,731 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 21,024 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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OKU 459R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 52,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OKU 459R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 49 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OKU 459R registered?

OKU 459R is a 1977 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 January 1977.

Is OKU 459R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKU 459R shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OKU 459R have outstanding finance?

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