MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,118 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Spare tyre defective
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia?
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GPT 163S is a 1978 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1978 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 30,992 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 GPT 163S, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of GPT 163S?
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What year was GPT 163S registered?
GPT 163S is a 1978 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 August 1978.
Is GPT 163S safe to buy?
The MOT history for GPT 163S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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