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LVS 941

1962 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Blue Petrol 1485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,592 mi
Last recorded14,592 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1962 Volkswagen Beach Buggy37,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVS 941
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,485cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 14,592 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 14,589 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2016 14,525 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 14,193 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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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LVS 941 is a 1962 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Blue with a 1,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1962 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 37,006 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 Beach Buggy fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVS 941, 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 64 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LVS 941?

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What year was LVS 941 registered?

LVS 941 is a 1962 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 8 May 1962.

Is LVS 941 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVS 941 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVS 941 have outstanding finance?

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