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CLM 126B

1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,360 mi
Last recorded99,360 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia43,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLM 126B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 99,360 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 99,358 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 99,294 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin bush worn/play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2018 99,294 miles

Headlamp aim too high both lamps (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin bush worn/play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2011 99,077 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 99,032 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 98,709 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 98,709 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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CLM 126B is a 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,111 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 CLM 126B, 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 63 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 CLM 126B registered?

CLM 126B is a 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 October 1963.

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