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AGS 990D

1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,482 mi
Last recorded23,482 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGS 990D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 23,482 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 23,480 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 21,177 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 21,174 miles

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 20,733 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 20,730 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 19,995 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 19,995 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,019 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 17,264 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 17,161 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 16,252 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 14,608 miles

Ball joint seals and gaiters on front subframe perishing or split

N/S/Rear Sill strength weak (beginnings of corossion evident))

Fail 22 Nov 2010 14,248 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 10,423 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 10,423 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,782 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 7,782 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 5,361 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 5,361 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 2,433 miles

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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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AGS 990D is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 35,429 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 AGS 990D, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AGS 990D is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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