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GYY 559L

1994 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

81,737 mi
Last recorded81,737 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia48,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYY 559L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 81,737 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 81,567 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 81,397 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 80,835 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 80,238 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 79,641 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 79,309 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 78,831 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2009 78,800 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 May 2008 78,670 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 78,287 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 77,825 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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GYY 559L is a 1994 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 48,996 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 GYY 559L, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GYY 559L registered?

GYY 559L is a 1994 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 2 February 1994.

Is GYY 559L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYY 559L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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