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GLA 121J

1971 Volkswagen Buggy

Blue Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,804 mi
Last recorded2,804 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Buggy27,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLA 121J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2019 2,804 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 2,628 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both front (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 2,554 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 2,227 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 2,219 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 2,042 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 1,764 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 743 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 402 miles

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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GLA 121J is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy in Blue with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GLA 121J, 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 GLA 121J registered?

GLA 121J is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 24 March 1971.

Is GLA 121J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLA 121J shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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