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BPA 227K

1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,424 mi
Last recorded11,424 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPA 227K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 11,424 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 11,424 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 11,031 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 9,836 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,548 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.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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BPA 227K is a 1972 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 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 44,294 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 BPA 227K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPA 227K registered?

BPA 227K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is BPA 227K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPA 227K 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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