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Q766GJT

1997 Volkswagen Buggy

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

8,964 mi
Last recorded8,964 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ766GJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBuggy
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2026 8,964 miles

Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 8,924 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 8,914 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 8,912 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Fuel pipe chafing under wheel arch (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 8,830 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 8,829 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering column shaft deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2016 7,820 miles

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

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

brake pedal soft

Fail 3 Sep 2013 7,088 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 7,088 miles

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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Q766GJT is a 1997 Volkswagen Buggy in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 Q766GJT, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Buggy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Q766GJT registered?

Q766GJT is a 1997 Volkswagen Buggy, first registered on 17 October 1997.

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