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NJE 302H

1970 Volkswagen Buggy

Black Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

4,173 mi
Last recorded4,173 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Buggy35,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJE 302H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 4,173 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 4,128 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 4,128 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

fluid leak n/s/r hub

fluid leak o/s/r hub

Pass 10 May 2014 4,052 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 4,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 3,978 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 3,978 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 May 2011 3,907 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear hub seals leaking

Pass 13 May 2010 3,806 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 3,729 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 3,729 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2008 3,545 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 3,545 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 30 May 2007 3,332 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,330 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 3,330 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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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NJE 302H is a 1970 Volkswagen Buggy in Black with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 35,407 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 NJE 302H, 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 56 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 NJE 302H registered?

NJE 302H is a 1970 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is NJE 302H safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJE 302H shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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