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UUL 225M

1973 Bond Bug 700 Es

Orange Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,869 mi
Last recorded49,869 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es50,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUL 225M
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 49,869 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 49,780 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 May 2011 49,156 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 48,244 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 48,130 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt obviously repaired (5.2.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt obviously repaired (5.2.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 46,473 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak from o/s rear hub

Fail 24 Apr 2008 47,258 miles

Centre Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

cable sercuring bolt i9n handbrake lever not locked

handbrake mounting pad securing bolts not locked with spring washers handbrake cable at o/s/r and n/s/r slack and able to disengage from assembly

Pass 24 Apr 2008 47,258 miles

cable sercuring bolt i9n handbrake lever not locked

handbrake mounting pad securing bolts not locked with spring washers handbrake cable at o/s/r and n/s/r slack and able to disengage from assembly

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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UUL 225M is a 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es in Orange with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 UUL 225M, 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 UUL 225M?

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What year was UUL 225M registered?

UUL 225M is a 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 21 September 1973.

Is UUL 225M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUL 225M shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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