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N257 OAE

1995 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

345,105 mi
Last recorded345,105 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Beetle50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN257 OAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 345,105 miles

Both front tyres cracked

Both rear tyres cracked

Brake pipes slightly corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Unable to see front pads preventing inspection

Underbody slightly corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2016 345,100 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked with chalk (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Both front tyres cracked

Both rear tyres cracked

Brake pipes slightly corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Unable to see front pads preventing inspection

Underbody slightly corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2011 34,231 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 32,369 miles

advise corrosion to floor advise front brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2009 30,113 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,005 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 25,885 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

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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N257 OAE is a 1995 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 50,525 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 N257 OAE, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N257 OAE registered?

N257 OAE is a 1995 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N257 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N257 OAE shows 7 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.

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