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DDP 586K

1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Silver Petrol 2664cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

14,721 mi
Last recorded14,721 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy20,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDP 586K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,664cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 14,721 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 14,388 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 14,119 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 14,087 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 4 Jun 2013

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 13,235 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2011 10,255 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 9,874 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 9,796 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 9,464 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 9,459 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 9,440 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,389 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beach Buggy?

Based on 2,577 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
230
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
299
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Headlamp aim too low 64
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 57
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
parking brake recording little or no effort 50
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DDP 586K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Silver with a 2,664cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beach Buggy fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDP 586K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beach Buggy typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DDP 586K registered?

DDP 586K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 18 May 1972.

Is DDP 586K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDP 586K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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