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AMJ 338F

2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,540 mi
Last recorded94,540 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia25,571 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMJ 338F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 94,540 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 93,809 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 93,192 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 91,170 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 87,298 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 87,253 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2010 83,791 miles

nearside front tyre wall has slight cracking

nearside rear hub slight oil leak showing, possible half shaft seal

Pass 30 May 2009 81,038 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

nearside rear hub oil leak

Fail 28 May 2009 81,038 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

nearside rear hub oil leak

Pass 22 May 2008 77,674 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 77,674 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 74,479 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 70,684 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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AMJ 338F is a 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 25,571 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 AMJ 338F, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AMJ 338F is a 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 4 April 2005.

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