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LME 774K

1972 Volkswagen Buggy

Orange Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,151 mi
Last recorded10,151 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Buggy39,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLME 774K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 10,151 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 10,151 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt connected to beam (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 976 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

brake fluid level is slightly low?

some of the nuts should be changed to nylock nuts

washer bottle not great

Pass 20 Jun 2015 976 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake fluid level is slightly low?

some of the nuts should be changed to nylock nuts

washer bottle not great

Pass 21 Jun 2014 343 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 343 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 278 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 99,978 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 99,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 Aug 2006 99,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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LME 774K is a 1972 Volkswagen Buggy in Orange with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LME 774K, 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 LME 774K registered?

LME 774K is a 1972 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 8 June 1972.

Is LME 774K safe to buy?

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