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FMA 28F

1980 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

10,351 mi
Last recorded10,351 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMA 28F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 10,351 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 9,464 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 7,844 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 6,297 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 5,264 miles

front brake application uneven to maximum percentage (advise service or repair)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 3,793 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 2,982 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 1,771 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings esp o/s

slight play o/s front wheel bearing

Fail 26 Jun 2013 1,770 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

slight play in rear wheel bearings esp o/s

slight play o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 19 Jun 2012 661 miles

o/s seat belt retracts slowly

Fail 19 Jun 2012 661 miles

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

o/s seat belt retracts slowly

Fail 17 Mar 2011 165 miles

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

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 17 Mar 2011 165 miles

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 13 Nov 2009 162 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 159 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 7 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 4 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FMA 28F is a 1980 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FMA 28F, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FMA 28F registered?

FMA 28F is a 1980 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 12 August 1980.

Is FMA 28F safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMA 28F shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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