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FYY 471H

1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,563 mi
Last recorded86,563 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia62,376 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYY 471H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2012 86,563 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

horn intermittent in operation

Pass 26 Oct 2006 86,460 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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FYY 471H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,376 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 FYY 471H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FYY 471H registered?

FYY 471H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is FYY 471H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYY 471H shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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