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GEL 234L

1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,261 mi
Last recorded75,261 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2008
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia53,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 234L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2008 75,261 miles

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

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

fitted with odd front brake calipers, but brake balance is acceptable

Fail 29 Apr 2008 75,261 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

fitted with odd front brake calipers, but brake balance is acceptable

Pass 2 Jul 2007 75,182 miles

alternator belt slack

Fail 2 Jul 2007 75,182 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

alternator belt slack

Pass 9 Jun 2006 75,144 miles

slight bind on front brakes

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Fail 9 Jun 2006 75,144 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight bind on front brakes

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

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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GEL 234L is a 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 GEL 234L, 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 GEL 234L registered?

GEL 234L is a 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 March 1993.

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