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PTU 480L

1973 Bond Bug 700 Es

White Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

24,293 mi
Last recorded24,293 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es50,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 480L
MakeBond
ModelBug 700 Es
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 24,293 miles

o/s rear handbrake in need of attention

Fail 17 Jul 2017 24,293 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s rear handbrake in need of attention

Pass 23 Apr 2016 22,531 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 22,531 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 22,449 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,377 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 22,372 miles

Centre Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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PTU 480L is a 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es in White with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 50,122 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 PTU 480L, 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 53 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 PTU 480L?

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What year was PTU 480L registered?

PTU 480L is a 1973 Bond Bug 700 Es, first registered on 8 May 1973.

Is PTU 480L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 480L shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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