CarVerify

Free Car Check

EGC 521H

1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,902 mi
Last recorded55,902 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia50,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 521H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 55,902 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 55,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 55,266 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 55,114 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 54,883 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 54,747 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 54,747 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Mar 2015 53,296 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs slightly corroded

underside of car covered in underseal

Pass 6 Mar 2015 53,296 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front brake discs slightly corroded

underside of car covered in underseal

Pass 15 Jun 2012 53,104 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 53,104 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 51,851 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 50,064 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 48,414 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 48,105 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 48,004 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
Full Volkswagen Karmann Ghia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EGC 521H is a 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EGC 521H, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGC 521H?

You can check the full history of EGC 521H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EGC 521H registered?

EGC 521H is a 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is EGC 521H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 521H shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EGC 521H have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EGC 521H. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.