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DLG 81K

1972 Volkswagen Buggy

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,787 mi
Last recorded96,787 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Buggy39,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLG 81K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 96,787 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 96,432 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 95,723 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 94,446 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 93,494 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 93,078 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 92,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 82,259 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 92,157 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 92,148 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2007 91,827 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 91,827 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 May 2006 91,354 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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DLG 81K is a 1972 Volkswagen Buggy in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DLG 81K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLG 81K registered?

DLG 81K is a 1972 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 14 February 1972.

Is DLG 81K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLG 81K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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