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CKR 601K

1972 Volkswagen Buggy

Purple Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,831 mi
Last recorded12,831 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2009
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Buggy39,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKR 601K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2009 12,831 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front wheel bearing noisey

Fail 2 Jul 2009 12,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front wheel bearing noisey

Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,831 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 12,831 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 12,824 miles

non standard wheels fitted to rear non standard exhaust fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2007 12,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2006 12,314 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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CKR 601K is a 1972 Volkswagen Buggy in Purple with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 39,958 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 CKR 601K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CKR 601K registered?

CKR 601K is a 1972 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 13 March 1972.

Is CKR 601K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKR 601K shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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