MOT Status
Mileage
72,004 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
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OAM 878X is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle in Multi-colour with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1984 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 42,491 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 OAM 878X, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of OAM 878X?
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What year was OAM 878X registered?
OAM 878X is a 1984 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 1984.
Is OAM 878X safe to buy?
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Does OAM 878X have outstanding finance?
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