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APP 251J

1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,057 mi
Last recorded27,057 miles
Recorded on14 May 2010
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia59,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 251J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2010 27,057 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 26,309 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 25,068 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 25,055 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both rear brake back plates oily

near side rear cv boot insecure

Pass 22 Jun 2006 24,603 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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APP 251J is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 59,062 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 APP 251J, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was APP 251J registered?

APP 251J is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 15 August 1990.

Is APP 251J safe to buy?

The MOT history for APP 251J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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