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DPC 25H

1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

20,258 mi
Last recorded20,258 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2009
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia62,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPC 25H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2009 20,258 miles

Brake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Battery insecure

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DPC 25H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,376 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 DPC 25H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DPC 25H registered?

DPC 25H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is DPC 25H safe to buy?

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