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FVO 471J

1971 Volkswagen Buggy

Black Petrol 1679cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,266 mi
Last recorded16,266 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Buggy27,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVO 471J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,679cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 16,266 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 16,232 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 16,161 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 68,959 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 68,947 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Sep 2009 68,933 miles

nearside front seatbelt not checked-seat removed

vehicle not fitted with headlamps

vehicle not fitted with indicators

vehicle not fitted with position lights

vehicle not fitted with windscreen, wipers + washers

Fail 10 Sep 2009 68,927 miles

Front Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

vehicle not fitted with any position lights,passenger front seat,indicators,headlamps

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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FVO 471J is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy in Black with a 1,679cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FVO 471J, 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 FVO 471J registered?

FVO 471J is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is FVO 471J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVO 471J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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