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EOG 176K

1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,486 mi
Last recorded69,486 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOG 176K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 69,486 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 66,224 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 66,222 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 66,207 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 66,201 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 63,501 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 63,103 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 62,888 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 62,160 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 61,510 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 60,905 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 60,370 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 59,873 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 59,646 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 59,601 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 59,601 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 59,278 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2007 58,553 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 58,416 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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EOG 176K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 44,294 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 EOG 176K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EOG 176K registered?

EOG 176K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1972.

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