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OLG 42Y

1983 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,310 mi
Last recorded55,310 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Beetle49,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLG 42Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2024 55,310 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 55,044 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 54,629 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 54,473 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 53,547 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 53,547 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2012 52,464 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 53,425 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 53,296 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 53,296 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 52,688 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 52,173 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 50,437 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 49,247 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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OLG 42Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 49,914 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 OLG 42Y, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OLG 42Y?

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What year was OLG 42Y registered?

OLG 42Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is OLG 42Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLG 42Y shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OLG 42Y have outstanding finance?

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