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MRF 498L

1972 Bond Bug 700 Es

Orange Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,388 mi
Last recorded16,388 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es34,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRF 498L
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 16,388 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 25,150 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 16,054 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 16,054 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 16,001 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 15,903 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2012 15,903 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 15,582 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 15,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 14,836 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 13,844 miles

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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MRF 498L is a 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es in Orange with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MRF 498L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MRF 498L?

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What year was MRF 498L registered?

MRF 498L is a 1972 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is MRF 498L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRF 498L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRF 498L have outstanding finance?

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