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BHJ 378J

2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,907 mi
Last recorded96,907 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia72,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 378J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 96,907 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 96,754 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 96,470 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 96,283 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 96,283 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

in testers opinion having a o/s exterior mirror on a lhd vehicle is essential

Pass 26 Mar 2010 95,246 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

non obligatory mirror glass defective

Pass 7 Oct 2008 93,133 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 91,425 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 91,425 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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BHJ 378J is a 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 72,755 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 BHJ 378J, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHJ 378J registered?

BHJ 378J is a 2006 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 16 October 2006.

Is BHJ 378J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 378J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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