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868 YUK

2012 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,974 mi
Last recorded4,974 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia46,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration868 YUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 4,974 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 4,826 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 4,826 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 4,823 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 4,818 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 4,812 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 5 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 5 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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868 YUK is a 2012 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 46,586 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 868 YUK, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 868 YUK registered?

868 YUK is a 2012 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 25 June 2012.

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The MOT history for 868 YUK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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