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FPJ 85B

1995 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

80,280 mi
Last recorded80,280 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia37,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPJ 85B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 80,280 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 80,232 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 80,094 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 80,094 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 80,007 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 79,962 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 79,959 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 10 Jun 2016 79,867 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 79,799 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 79,707 miles

low reserve travel on footbrake

oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2013 79,602 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 79,525 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 78,647 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 78,405 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 78,222 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 78,001 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 77,829 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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FPJ 85B is a 1995 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 37,515 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 FPJ 85B, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FPJ 85B registered?

FPJ 85B is a 1995 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 18 September 1995.

Is FPJ 85B safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPJ 85B shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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