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SGR 231K

1971 Volkswagen Buggy

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,102 mi
Last recorded4,102 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Buggy27,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGR 231K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 4,102 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 4,144 miles

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front number plate cracked

front shocker lower locking nuts

o/s/r tyre sidewall crackiing

Fail 3 Oct 2012 4,144 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front number plate cracked

front shocker lower locking nuts

o/s/r tyre sidewall crackiing

Pass 5 Oct 2011 4,028 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 3,893 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 3,711 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 3,537 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 3,520 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2005 3,260 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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SGR 231K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SGR 231K, 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 SGR 231K registered?

SGR 231K is a 1971 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 13 August 1971.

Is SGR 231K safe to buy?

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