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APP 252J

1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

83,673 mi
Last recorded83,673 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia59,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 252J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 83,673 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 83,874 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 83,808 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 83,805 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 83,804 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 83,217 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 82,885 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 82,153 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 82,153 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 81,501 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 81,501 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nail in front tyre

Fail 12 Jul 2008 80,574 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 80,574 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 79,780 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 79,780 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 78,783 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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APP 252J is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 252J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APP 252J registered?

APP 252J is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 21 August 1990.

Is APP 252J safe to buy?

The MOT history for APP 252J shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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