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524 DXH

2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,797 mi
Last recorded72,797 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia53,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration524 DXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 72,797 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 72,797 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all front (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 72,426 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower 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 deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 71,809 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 71,513 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 71,475 miles

rear wheels VERY close to rear arches

Fail 14 Sep 2012 71,475 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear wheels VERY close to rear arches

Pass 5 Apr 2011 70,899 miles

customer should sort his electrics before the MOT and stop wasting my time

Fail 5 Apr 2011 70,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

customer should sort his electrics before the MOT and stop wasting my time

Pass 3 Jul 2009 70,633 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

n/s seat belt buckle damaged but not affecting operation or strength

Pass 27 Jun 2008 70,059 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 70,039 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 68,988 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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524 DXH is a 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 53,408 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 524 DXH, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 524 DXH registered?

524 DXH is a 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is 524 DXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 524 DXH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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