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OLY 5

1978 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,933 mi
Last recorded44,933 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Beetle45,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLY 5
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2018 44,933 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 44,847 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,719 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 44,397 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 44,344 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 44,101 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 43,523 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,906 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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OLY 5 is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 45,494 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 OLY 5, 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 48 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 OLY 5?

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What year was OLY 5 registered?

OLY 5 is a 1978 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is OLY 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLY 5 shows 8 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 OLY 5 have outstanding finance?

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