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C277 TBD

1986 Volkswagen Karmann

Beige Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,617 mi
Last recorded96,617 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC277 TBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 96,617 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 94,926 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 93,778 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 93,769 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 90,335 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 89,423 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 88,073 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 82,335 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 78,619 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 74,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner arch to floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner arch to floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 69,717 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 64,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 62,742 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 59,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 56,698 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 52,370 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 48,066 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 44,672 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 44,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 43,528 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 20 Feb 2007 40,955 miles

all brake hose furrels corroding

Pass 20 Feb 2006 38,538 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s headlamp lens cracked

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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C277 TBD is a 1986 Volkswagen Karmann in Beige with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C277 TBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 40 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C277 TBD registered?

C277 TBD is a 1986 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C277 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C277 TBD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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