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ALG 278J

2003 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on3 May 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALG 278J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2007 1 miles

slight play at steering joints

Fail 11 Nov 2006 1 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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ALG 278J is a 2003 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 ALG 278J, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ALG 278J registered?

ALG 278J is a 2003 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is ALG 278J safe to buy?

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