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44 WT

1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,234 mi
Last recorded8,234 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia45,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration44 WT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 8,234 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 7,986 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2023 7,986 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 7,439 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 6,921 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 6,577 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 6,230 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jul 2015 5,407 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2014 5,162 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

underside of vehicle is heaverly covered in undersill

Pass 10 Apr 2012 4,760 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 4,759 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 4,728 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 3,970 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 3,970 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 3,399 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia?

Based on 10,300 MOT tests across 1,364 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 786
position lamp(s) not working 340
Horn not working 337
Stop lamp not working 271
Headlamp not working on main beam 265
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44 WT is a 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 45,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 786 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 44 WT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 35 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 44 WT registered?

44 WT is a 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 4 July 1991.

Is 44 WT safe to buy?

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