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CTV 215K

1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,621 mi
Last recorded85,621 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia50,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTV 215K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2009 85,621 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 85,321 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 10 Apr 2006 86,197 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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CTV 215K is a 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 50,611 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 CTV 215K, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CTV 215K registered?

CTV 215K is a 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is CTV 215K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTV 215K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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