MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,340 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 48 (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia?
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BRU 505L is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 BRU 505L, 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.
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What year was BRU 505L registered?
BRU 505L is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 August 1972.
Is BRU 505L safe to buy?
The MOT history for BRU 505L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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