CarVerify

Free Car Check

BAM 51H

1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1641cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,887 mi
Last recorded64,887 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia59,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAM 51H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 64,887 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 64,555 miles

steering box slight leaking

Fail 31 May 2016 64,422 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

steering box slight leaking

Pass 4 Jun 2015 63,606 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 May 2015 63,506 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2014 62,998 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 64,460 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 61,360 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

slight play in steering box

Pass 14 Mar 2011 60,843 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 60,280 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 59,913 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 59,485 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 58,790 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 58,520 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
Full Volkswagen Karmann Ghia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BAM 51H is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BAM 51H, 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

How do I check the history of BAM 51H?

You can check the full history of BAM 51H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BAM 51H registered?

BAM 51H is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is BAM 51H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAM 51H shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BAM 51H have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BAM 51H. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.