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HGC 621J

1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,137 mi
Last recorded6,137 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 621J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 6,137 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 6,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 May 2017 6,131 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2013 5,768 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 5,737 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 4,312 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 4,312 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 2,837 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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HGC 621J is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 HGC 621J, 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 HGC 621J registered?

HGC 621J is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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