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HJU 218L

1973 Bond Bug 700 Es

Orange Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,330 mi
Last recorded77,330 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es50,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJU 218L
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2016 77,330 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 77,139 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 76,937 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 76,577 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 76,467 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 76,331 miles

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 75,877 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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HJU 218L is a 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es in Orange with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 50,122 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 HJU 218L, 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 53 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 HJU 218L?

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What year was HJU 218L registered?

HJU 218L is a 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 25 January 1973.

Is HJU 218L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJU 218L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJU 218L have outstanding finance?

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