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EDE 85C

1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,236 mi
Last recorded43,236 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia20,312 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDE 85C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 43,236 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 43,235 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 42,634 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 42,633 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 42,354 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 42,264 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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EDE 85C is a 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 20,312 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 EDE 85C, 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 61 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 EDE 85C registered?

EDE 85C is a 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is EDE 85C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDE 85C shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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