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AKX 189E

2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,457 mi
Last recorded22,457 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia53,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 189E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,457 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 22,457 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2006 21,790 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 21,720 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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 189E is a 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 53,408 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 189E, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AKX 189E registered?

AKX 189E is a 2004 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 5 August 2004.

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