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EGU 457H

2000 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,723 mi
Last recorded52,723 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,729 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGU 457H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 52,723 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 52,191 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 155/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 52,028 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

Fail 19 Oct 2015 52,028 miles

Nearside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 17 Sep 2014 51,814 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 49,958 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 49,957 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 49,890 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 49,889 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 47,953 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Battery insecure

Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,304 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 46,418 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 45,738 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 45,600 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 45,596 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

slight play in steering mechanism

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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EGU 457H is a 2000 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 41,729 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 EGU 457H, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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EGU 457H is a 2000 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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