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OSU 186

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,610 mi
Last recorded21,610 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 186
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2009 21,610 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 21,610 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 21,550 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 21,384 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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OSU 186 is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 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 OSU 186, 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 37 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 OSU 186?

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What year was OSU 186 registered?

OSU 186 is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 1989.

Is OSU 186 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 186 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSU 186 have outstanding finance?

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