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ORC 230P

1986 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,377 mi
Last recorded71,377 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Beetle48,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORC 230P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 71,377 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear bench seat removed before time of test still able to check seat belts

Pass 30 May 2023 70,267 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 69,430 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 68,353 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 68,349 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 67,933 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 67,202 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 66,436 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 65,465 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 65,465 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 64,793 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 64,110 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 64,110 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 63,432 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 62,026 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 61,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 60,582 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 60,164 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 60,164 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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ORC 230P is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 48,532 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 ORC 230P, 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 40 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 ORC 230P?

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What year was ORC 230P registered?

ORC 230P is a 1986 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 June 1986.

Is ORC 230P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORC 230P shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORC 230P have outstanding finance?

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