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JFB 680J

1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Black Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,050 mi
Last recorded99,050 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia62,376 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFB 680J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 99,050 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 98,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 98,648 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 98,394 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 97,875 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 97,875 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 97,337 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 3 Aug 2012 97,337 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 99,627 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 99,627 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 94,792 miles

offside front upper suspension ball joint gaiter split

Fail 14 Aug 2009 94,775 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 944,511 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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JFB 680J is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Black with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,376 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 JFB 680J, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JFB 680J registered?

JFB 680J is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 20 August 1970.

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