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CHJ 229G

1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Beige Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,329 mi
Last recorded38,329 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia50,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHJ 229G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 38,329 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 38,311 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,168 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 33,130 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 38,058 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2013 38,058 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 38,006 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 37,866 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 37,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 37,158 miles

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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CHJ 229G is a 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Beige with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 50,652 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 CHJ 229G, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CHJ 229G registered?

CHJ 229G is a 1996 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 26 September 1996.

Is CHJ 229G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHJ 229G shows 10 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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