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OMG 390X

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,203 mi
Last recorded24,203 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMG 390X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 24,203 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 23,410 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 22,735 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 21,990 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 21,790 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 19,372 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 18,384 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 17,240 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 15,349 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,336 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 11,385 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 10,211 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 7,910 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 4,466 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 20,484 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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OMG 390X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 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 OMG 390X, 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 44 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 OMG 390X registered?

OMG 390X is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 February 1982.

Is OMG 390X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMG 390X shows 15 tests 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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