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AKX 151E

1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,772 mi
Last recorded30,772 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 151E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 30,772 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 30,772 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both arms loose (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 30,372 miles

Floor pan corroding

Main beam warning lamp not functioning

Nearside sill panel corroding

Nearside wiper blade rubber deteriorating

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 30,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Obligatory mirror missing offside door mirror (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Floor pan corroding

Main beam warning lamp not functioning

Nearside sill panel corroding

Nearside wiper blade rubber deteriorating

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 30,285 miles

Brake bind offside front

Floor pan corroding

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside sill panel corroding

Nearside wiper blade deteriorating

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 29,976 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 29,870 miles

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,725 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 29,653 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 29,600 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

steering rack has slight play

Pass 1 Jul 2008 29,495 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 28,971 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 28,939 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 28,472 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 28,472 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 4 May 2006 26,444 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AKX 151E is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 44,774 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 AKX 151E, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AKX 151E is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 August 1992.

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