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594 UYF

1961 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,086 mi
Last recorded2,086 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1961 Volkswagen Beach Buggy17,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration594 UYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 2,086 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 16,959 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 16,189 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 12,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunyun (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 11,885 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 10,713 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 10,088 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 10,069 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 9,990 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 9,935 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 98,132 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 98,132 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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594 UYF is a 1961 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1961 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 17,606 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 594 UYF, 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 65 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 594 UYF registered?

594 UYF is a 1961 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 13 September 1961.

Is 594 UYF safe to buy?

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