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OAS 172

1955 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,643 mi
Last recorded10,643 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle29,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAS 172
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2022 10,643 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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OAS 172 is a 1955 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1955 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 29,964 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 OAS 172, 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 71 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OAS 172?

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What year was OAS 172 registered?

OAS 172 is a 1955 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is OAS 172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAS 172 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OAS 172 have outstanding finance?

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