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ESV 730

1984 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,812 mi
Last recorded22,812 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESV 730
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 22,812 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

w/ screen marked

Fail 22 Jan 2015 22,812 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

w/ screen marked

Pass 1 Sep 2005 22,706 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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ESV 730 is a 1984 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ESV 730, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ESV 730 registered?

ESV 730 is a 1984 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 25 April 1984.

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The MOT history for ESV 730 shows 3 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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