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FJL 242E

1967 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,317 mi
Last recorded2,317 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1967 Volkswagen Beach Buggy4,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJL 242E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1967
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2018 2,317 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 2,294 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 2,294 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 103,075 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 102,974 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 101,020 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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FJL 242E is a 1967 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1967 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 4,985 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 FJL 242E, 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 59 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJL 242E registered?

FJL 242E is a 1967 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 6 January 1967.

Is FJL 242E safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJL 242E shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJL 242E have outstanding finance?

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