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OLX 731P

1985 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,106 mi
Last recorded89,106 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Beetle41,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLX 731P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 89,106 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 88,719 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 88,389 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 87,973 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/r drive shaft bolt loose

Fail 8 Aug 2014 87,973 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear outer drive shaft bolt loose

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 731P is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 OLX 731P, 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

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What year was OLX 731P registered?

OLX 731P is a 1985 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 October 1985.

Is OLX 731P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLX 731P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OLX 731P have outstanding finance?

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