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JBY 312J

1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,920 mi
Last recorded50,920 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2014
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 312J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2014 50,920 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

hand brake cable not supported and hand very low to ground advise they are rerouted and secured higher not cable tied to underside of brake pipes

Fail 20 Feb 2014 50,919 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

hand brake cable not supported and hand very low to ground advise they are rerouted and secured higher not cable tied to underside of brake pipes

Pass 29 Aug 2012 50,896 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 50,831 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 50,572 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 50,565 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 49,889 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 48,743 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2007 47,774 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 47,737 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2006 46,264 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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JBY 312J is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 44,774 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 JBY 312J, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JBY 312J registered?

JBY 312J is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 24 January 1992.

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