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F896 KGT

2001 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,846 mi
Last recorded79,846 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia63,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF896 KGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 79,846 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 79,646 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 79,646 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F896 KGT is a 2001 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 63,124 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F896 KGT, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was F896 KGT registered?

F896 KGT is a 2001 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 7 August 2001.

Is F896 KGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F896 KGT 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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