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GYH 2J

1971 Volkswagen Karmann

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,856 mi
Last recorded52,856 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann63,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYH 2J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 52,856 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 52,800 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 52,636 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 52,434 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 51,783 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 51,015 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 50,456 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 50,450 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 50,208 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 50,014 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 50,014 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 May 2009 49,850 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 49,655 miles

steering rubber coupling starting to perish slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2007 49,585 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 49,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

some brake pipes light corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2006 49,165 miles

some brake pipes light corrosion

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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GYH 2J is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Karmann models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 63,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GYH 2J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 55 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GYH 2J registered?

GYH 2J is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 6 April 1971.

Is GYH 2J safe to buy?

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