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FRA 753L

1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,183 mi
Last recorded69,183 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2008
Typical for 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia59,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRA 753L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2008 69,183 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 69,183 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 68,473 miles

offside rear suspension arm slightly bent and corroded

vehicle structur corroded in general

Fail 23 Oct 2007 68,470 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

offside rear suspension arm slightly bent and corroded

vehicle structur corroded in general

Pass 19 Oct 2006 68,310 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 68,307 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2005 68,154 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 108,152 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

brake piupes corroded in general

drivers seat belt slightly frayed

slight play in steering linkage

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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FRA 753L is a 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 59,562 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 FRA 753L, 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 52 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FRA 753L registered?

FRA 753L is a 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is FRA 753L safe to buy?

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