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1970 Bond BUG 700 ES Electricity · BUG 2E

BUG 2E

1970 Bond BUG 700 ES (electricity). First registered 01 Jul 1970. Recorded mileage 507 miles. MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
BOND BUG 700 ES
Year / Origin
1970 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 20 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
507 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
ELECTRICITY
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 20 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
ELECTRICITY
Year
1970
Engine
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Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a consistent history of passes without recorded defects. The most recent test on 22 October 2025 at 507 miles passed with no failures, maintaining a trend of clean results dating back nearly a decade. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids immediate mechanical failure or structural deterioration during the inspection process. The mileage data reveals a significant anomaly in usage patterns. Between July 2021 and July 2022, the vehicle covered approximately 2,133 miles, indicating a period of active use. However, the interval between the July 2022 test and the 2025 test shows a drop from 46,110 miles to just 507 miles. This discrepancy of over 45,000 miles suggests the vehicle sat stationary for much of three years. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components and suspension, long periods of inactivity introduce risks related to fluid degradation and seized components. A buyer must prioritize an inspection of components associated with long-term storage rather than mechanical wear. Since the record shows no historical faults, the tester should check for seized brake calipers, perished rubber hoses, and degraded fuel systems that occur when sitting. The sudden drop in recorded mileage implies the vehicle may have been stored, potentially hiding hidden corrosion despite the clean history. Given the age of the vehicle, the structural integrity of the chassis remains critical, as the MOT record does not account for internal frame rust.
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BUG 2E Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
  • 507 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BUG 2E MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 24 Jul 2026, 23:14
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1970 Bond Bug 700 Es (BUG 2E) between July 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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BUG 2E Mileage History

  1. 20/07/202246,110 mi
  2. 22/10/2025507 mi-45,603 mi

Average of roughly -13,998 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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