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DHW 561K

1971 Bond Bug 700 Es

Black Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es51,293 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHW 561K
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020
Pass 13 Jan 2014
Pass 16 Jul 2010 140 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 138 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 9 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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DHW 561K is a 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es in Black with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DHW 561K, 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 DHW 561K?

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What year was DHW 561K registered?

DHW 561K is a 1971 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is DHW 561K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHW 561K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHW 561K have outstanding finance?

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