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BAN 157G

1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,274 mi
Last recorded77,274 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2010
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia50,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAN 157G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2010 77,274 miles

near side and off side front inner wing area corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2009 76,520 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

slight corrosion offside floor

Pass 25 Apr 2008 74,520 miles

slight corrosion on o/s inner sill.

Pass 28 Jun 2007 74,424 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 74,220 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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BAN 157G is a 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 50,652 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 BAN 157G, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BAN 157G registered?

BAN 157G is a 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is BAN 157G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAN 157G shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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