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ACU 353L

2008 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1570cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,658 mi
Last recorded52,658 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACU 353L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,570cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 52,658 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 52,005 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 46,729 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 44,816 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 44,542 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 44,542 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2014 44,261 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 44,192 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 May 2013 44,192 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2012 43,234 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 43,226 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 42,456 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 41,963 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 41,963 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2008 41,015 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 41,015 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8) DANGEROUS

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 353L is a 2008 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,570cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 44,679 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 353L, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ACU 353L registered?

ACU 353L is a 2008 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is ACU 353L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACU 353L shows 16 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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