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GVO 257J

1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,606 mi
Last recorded34,606 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 257J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 34,606 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 34,593 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 34,535 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 34,485 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 34,436 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 34,060 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 33,982 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 33,789 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 33,789 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 33,576 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 33,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2007 32,409 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 32,409 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2006 32,326 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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GVO 257J is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 35,429 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 GVO 257J, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GVO 257J registered?

GVO 257J is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is GVO 257J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 257J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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