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700 ES

1971 Bond Bug 700 Es

Orange Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,758 mi
Last recorded8,758 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es51,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration700 ES
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2026 8,758 miles

petrol tank filler hose deteriorated

Pass 22 Feb 2025 8,739 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2024 8,713 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2022 8,678 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2018 8,671 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2017 8,640 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 8,633 miles

nsr shock absorber weak

o/s chassis rail has surface corrosion

petrol tank sender seal damp

Pass 27 Sep 2015 8,592 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2014 8,565 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2013 8,517 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 8,492 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 8,433 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2011 8,330 miles
Pass 2 May 2010 8,312 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2008 8,308 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 8,278 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 8,226 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 7,948 miles

How Reliable is the Bond Bug 700 Es?

Based on 714 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 21
Stop lamp not working 21
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Headlamp aim too low 12
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700 ES is a 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es in Orange with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 51,293 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bond Bug 700 Es fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 700 ES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bond Bug 700 Es typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Bond Bug 700 Es is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 700 ES?

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What year was 700 ES registered?

700 ES is a 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is 700 ES safe to buy?

The MOT history for 700 ES shows 18 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 700 ES have outstanding finance?

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