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EHJ 255H

1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Multi-colour Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,873 mi
Last recorded91,873 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHJ 255H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2017 91,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2015 91,663 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 90,114 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 89,495 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 88,716 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 88,654 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 88,654 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 87,787 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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EHJ 255H is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Multi-colour with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 35,429 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 EHJ 255H, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EHJ 255H registered?

EHJ 255H is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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