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OSJ 594

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,713 mi
Last recorded58,713 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSJ 594
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2008 58,713 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 58,358 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 58,150 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

front suspension bump stops loose,RECOMMEND ATTENTION

non standard front seat belts fitted/mounting points do not seem reinforced,RECOMMEND ATTENTION

osr foot and handbrake efficiency lower

play in nsf kingpin,RECOMMEND ATTENTION

rear brake balance poor,JUST ACCEPTABLE RECOMMEND ATTENTION

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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OSJ 594 is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 68,525 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 OSJ 594, 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 28 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 OSJ 594?

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What year was OSJ 594 registered?

OSJ 594 is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is OSJ 594 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSJ 594 shows 3 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 OSJ 594 have outstanding finance?

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