MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
653 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
Underside chassis and floor sections have been extensivley welded.
Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)
Extensive welding has been carried out to underside chassis and floor sections.
Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
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Based on 2,410 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.
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BRW 557K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 BRW 557K, 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.
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What year was BRW 557K registered?
BRW 557K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 14 September 1971.
Is BRW 557K safe to buy?
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