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OGU 738D

1990 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,943 mi
Last recorded34,943 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Beetle47,333 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGU 738D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,184cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 May 2017 34,943 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 34,771 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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OGU 738D is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 47,333 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 OGU 738D, 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 36 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 OGU 738D?

You can check the full history of OGU 738D by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OGU 738D registered?

OGU 738D is a 1990 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 July 1990.

Is OGU 738D safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGU 738D shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OGU 738D have outstanding finance?

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