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XDP 589J

1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,163 mi
Last recorded1,163 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy22,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDP 589J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeach Buggy
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 1,163 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 1,038 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 897 miles

Nearside front brake slighty binding

Pass 17 Jun 2014 865 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 759 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 696 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 590 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Jun 2010 440 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 2 Jun 2009 172 miles

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 Jun 2009 172 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Jun 2008 47 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 47 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 17,186 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 17,186 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 1,628 miles

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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XDP 589J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 22,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XDP 589J, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Beach Buggy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XDP 589J registered?

XDP 589J is a 1971 Volkswagen Beach Buggy, first registered on 6 April 1971.

Is XDP 589J safe to buy?

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