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FRA 769L

1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,783 mi
Last recorded54,783 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia53,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRA 769L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 54,783 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 54,579 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 54,095 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 54,095 miles

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Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,890 miles

Battery tray/engine compartment floor nearside corroded, not yet holed, advise inspection/repair.

both rear wheel bearings have slight play.

Pass 2 Sep 2013 53,576 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 53,558 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 53,247 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,887 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

o/s/r bump stop missing

Pass 25 Aug 2010 51,951 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,747 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 50,700 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2008 49,524 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 49,392 miles

temporary rear indicators fitted at time of test.

Pass 26 Aug 2006 49,193 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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FRA 769L is a 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 53,576 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 FRA 769L, 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 33 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 769L registered?

FRA 769L is a 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 19 February 1993.

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