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JLU 229K

1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

3,497 mi
Last recorded3,497 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia61,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLU 229K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2008 3,497 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 3,497 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 3,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 2,984 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 2,929 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

rear floor pan corroded

rear tyres perished

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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JLU 229K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 61,566 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 JLU 229K, 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 55 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 JLU 229K registered?

JLU 229K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 30 September 1971.

Is JLU 229K safe to buy?

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