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HBL 14K

1972 Bond Bug 700 Es

Orange Other 700cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es34,841 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBL 14K
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typeOther
Engine700cc
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How Reliable is the Bond Bug 700 Es?

Based on 714 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 21
Stop lamp not working 21
parking brake recording little or no effort 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Headlamp aim too low 12
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HBL 14K is a 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es in Orange with a 700cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 34,841 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 Bond Bug 700 Es fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBL 14K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bond Bug 700 Es typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Bond Bug 700 Es is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HBL 14K registered?

HBL 14K is a 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 30 March 1972.

Is HBL 14K safe to buy?

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