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OPX 592M

1973 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,229 mi
Last recorded64,229 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Beetle46,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPX 592M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 64,229 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 64,056 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 63,450 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 63,178 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 62,280 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 61,737 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 61,081 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 60,075 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 59,801 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 59,801 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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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OPX 592M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 46,746 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 OPX 592M, 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 53 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 OPX 592M?

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What year was OPX 592M registered?

OPX 592M is a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 October 1973.

Is OPX 592M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPX 592M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPX 592M have outstanding finance?

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