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BSK 397

1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,916 mi
Last recorded51,916 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia59,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSK 397
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 51,916 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

n/s/f tyre inner facing sidewall deteriorated but not deemed excessive

n/s/r tyre inner facing sidewall deteriorated but not deemed excessive

Fail 2 May 2014 51,916 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

n/s/f tyre inner facing sidewall deteriorated but not deemed excessive

n/s/r tyre inner facing sidewall deteriorated but not deemed excessive

Pass 29 Mar 2011 51,751 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 51,748 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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BSK 397 is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BSK 397, 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.

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What year was BSK 397 registered?

BSK 397 is a 1990 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 23 November 1990.

Is BSK 397 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSK 397 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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