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GPR 843E

1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,751 mi
Last recorded82,751 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,791 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPR 843E
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1967
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 82,751 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 82,223 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 82,123 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 82,123 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 82,065 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 82,065 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 81,918 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 81,903 miles

Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

other two front antiroll bar bush mountings starting to corrode

Pass 1 Apr 2009 76,285 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 75,884 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 72,252 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 71,625 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 70,696 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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GPR 843E is a 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 35,791 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 GPR 843E, 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 59 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPR 843E registered?

GPR 843E is a 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 12 July 1967.

Is GPR 843E safe to buy?

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