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ACU 151L

1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,071 mi
Last recorded64,071 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia59,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACU 151L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 64,071 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 62,915 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 62,912 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

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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ACU 151L is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 59,062 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ACU 151L, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACU 151L registered?

ACU 151L is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 12 December 1990.

Is ACU 151L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACU 151L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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