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886 GUM

1981 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,982 mi
Last recorded3,982 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
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Vehicle Details

Registration886 GUM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2021 3,982 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small hole (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in outer wall 155/15/82 S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 3,962 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 3,902 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 3,873 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 3,791 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 3,738 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 3,586 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 3,424 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 3,359 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 3,261 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 3,021 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 2,885 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 21,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but light output not severely reduced (1.2.4b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 2,719 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 2,331 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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886 GUM is a 1981 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 886 GUM, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 886 GUM registered?

886 GUM is a 1981 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 3 December 1981.

Is 886 GUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 886 GUM shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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