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KLP 129K

1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Black Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy22,946 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLP 129K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018
Pass 17 May 2014
Pass 7 Jul 2012
Pass 22 Jun 2011
Pass 29 Jun 2010
Fail 16 Jun 2009 88,337 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering column flexible coupling insecure (2.1.5)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 88,337 miles

Nearside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 88,336 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 35,119 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 35,119 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 34,755 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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KLP 129K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Black with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KLP 129K, 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 KLP 129K registered?

KLP 129K is a 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is KLP 129K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLP 129K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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