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GVO 348J

2002 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

9,960 mi
Last recorded9,960 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia64,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 348J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 9,960 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2016 7,492 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leaks on engine

Fail 27 Apr 2016 7,489 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall perished (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall perished (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leaks on engine

Pass 22 Apr 2015 5,774 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

handbrake cables, tight in operation

o/s handbrake cable, out of clip [missing]

rear imbalance

Pass 16 Apr 2014 3,267 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 1,132 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 287 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 98,606 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 98,666 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 95,012 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 93,707 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 91,352 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 89,437 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 348J is a 2002 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 64,540 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 348J, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GVO 348J registered?

GVO 348J is a 2002 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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