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OIW 5144

1993 Volkswagen Bettle

Yellow Other 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,971 mi
Last recorded20,971 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIW 5144
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBettle
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2019 20,971 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Bettle?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 139
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 115
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
position lamp(s) not working 68
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65
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OIW 5144 is a 1993 Volkswagen Bettle in Yellow with a 1,500cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Bettle fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OIW 5144, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Bettle typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 33 years old, this Volkswagen Bettle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OIW 5144 registered?

OIW 5144 is a 1993 Volkswagen Bettle, first registered on 26 August 1993.

Is OIW 5144 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIW 5144 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.

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