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TVR 742K

1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Blue Petrol 1284cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,860 mi
Last recorded3,860 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy20,267 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVR 742K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,284cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 3,860 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 3,623 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 3,385 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 2,940 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 15,836 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 15,678 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 15,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 14,862 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beach Buggy?

Based on 2,577 MOT tests across 299 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
230
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
299
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 75
Headlamp aim too low 64
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 57
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 52
parking brake recording little or no effort 50
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TVR 742K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Blue with a 1,284cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beach Buggy fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TVR 742K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beach Buggy typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVR 742K?

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What year was TVR 742K registered?

TVR 742K is a 1972 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is TVR 742K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVR 742K shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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