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S390 OGT

1998 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

50,253 mi
Last recorded50,253 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle68,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS390 OGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 50,253 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

exhaust mid metal bracket broken off

front brake pads low

oil leaks

Pass 19 Aug 2016 49,682 miles

center exhaust bracket broken off

front brake pads low

nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

nearside rear tyre cracking up

oil leaks

Pass 24 Aug 2015 48,655 miles

Centre exhaust metal braket broken off

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

engine covers and under trays fitted

front brake pads low

nearside front door window inoperative

nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

slight play on offside front tie rod

Fail 24 Aug 2015 48,655 miles

Centre exhaust metal braket broken off

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seat

engine covers and under trays fitted

front brake pads low

nearside front door window inoperative

nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

slight play on offside front tie rod

Pass 6 Aug 2014 44,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2014 44,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 42,037 miles

centre exhaust braket broken off

Fail 6 Aug 2013 42,037 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

centre exhaust braket broken off

Pass 20 Aug 2012 39,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat

Pass 25 Aug 2011 35,428 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 35,428 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 19 Aug 2011 35,424 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 31,635 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 31,227 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 31,227 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 27,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jul 2008 23,517 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 18,664 miles

rear number plate defective

Pass 18 Jul 2006 16,207 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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S390 OGT is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S390 OGT, 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.

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What year was S390 OGT registered?

S390 OGT is a 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S390 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S390 OGT shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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