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OLX 652P

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,897 mi
Last recorded18,897 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLX 652P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 18,897 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 18,897 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 18,303 miles

corrosion on seals both sides not in a prescribed area

Fail 21 Aug 2014 18,299 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

corrosion on seals both sides not in a prescribed area

Pass 30 Apr 2010 17,172 miles

floorpan corroded

offside front shock absorber worn

slight roughness to offside rear wheel bearing

unable to measure brake pads

Fail 28 Apr 2010 17,144 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

floorpan corroded

offside front shock absorber worn

slight roughness to offside rear wheel bearing

unable to measure brake pads

Pass 27 Apr 2009 16,662 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 16,651 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 May 2005 144,196 miles
Fail 16 May 2005 144,196 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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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OLX 652P is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 41,702 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 OLX 652P, 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 41 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 OLX 652P?

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What year was OLX 652P registered?

OLX 652P is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 May 1985.

Is OLX 652P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLX 652P shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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