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JJF 743L

1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,983 mi
Last recorded68,983 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia45,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJF 743L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 68,983 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 68,935 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 68,886 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 68,519 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 68,414 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 68,394 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 66,224 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 67,780 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 67,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 67,089 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 67,088 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 66,845 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate cracked

Fail 14 Jun 2008 66,845 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 Jun 2007 66,427 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 66,366 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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JJF 743L is a 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 45,266 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 JJF 743L, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JJF 743L registered?

JJF 743L is a 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 15 August 1991.

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