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GXE 227J

1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

White Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,935 mi
Last recorded66,935 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2012
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy22,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGXE 227J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2012 66,935 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 66,868 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 66,277 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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GXE 227J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in White with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 22,946 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 GXE 227J, 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 55 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 GXE 227J registered?

GXE 227J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 23 June 1971.

Is GXE 227J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GXE 227J shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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