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AKX 218E

2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Grey Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

99,322 mi
Last recorded99,322 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia72,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 218E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 99,322 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 98,493 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 97,948 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 95,180 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 93,962 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 93,962 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 92,042 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 91,989 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 90,166 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 90,021 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 89,922 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 89,916 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 89,872 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 89,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 89,866 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 89,816 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 89,769 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 89,769 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 89,594 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Sep 2008 89,593 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 89,592 miles

Both rear brake back plate blanking grommets missing.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under body floor pand, very little rust proofing and starting to corrode in areas.

Pass 21 Aug 2006 82,497 miles

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 218E is a 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Grey with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 72,755 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 218E, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AKX 218E is a 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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