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JLH 237K

1971 Volkswagen Buggy

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,503 mi
Last recorded1,503 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Buggy27,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLH 237K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 1,503 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 1,495 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 1,479 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 1,405 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 1,403 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 1,183 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 974 miles

both front top suspension ball joint dust covers split

Pass 19 Jun 2009 822 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 681 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 681 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 573 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 414 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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JLH 237K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JLH 237K, 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.

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What year was JLH 237K registered?

JLH 237K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 8 October 1971.

Is JLH 237K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLH 237K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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