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BRD 275K

1971 Volkswagen Buggy

Multi-colour Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,949 mi
Last recorded85,949 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Buggy27,585 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRD 275K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1971
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 85,949 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 85,635 miles

no windscreen fitted at time of test

none standard registration plates fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2015 85,625 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

no windscreen fitted at time of test

none standard registration plates fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2014 85,609 miles

non standard registration plates fitted

Fail 17 Mar 2014 85,596 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

non standard registration plates fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2013 85,305 miles

exhaust system potrudes at rear

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Buggy?

Based on 2,410 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
279
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Stop lamp not working 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
parking brake recording little or no effort 50
position lamp(s) not working 46
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BRD 275K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy in Multi-colour with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 27,585 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 Buggy fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BRD 275K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Buggy typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRD 275K registered?

BRD 275K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 23 December 1971.

Is BRD 275K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRD 275K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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