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KGW 539A

1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,777 mi
Last recorded26,777 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia43,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGW 539A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1963
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2008 26,777 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 26,777 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil leak poss rear main

slight play in steering drop arm ball joint

Pass 15 Jun 2006 26,123 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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KGW 539A is a 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,111 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 KGW 539A, 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 63 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 KGW 539A registered?

KGW 539A is a 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 15 October 1963.

Is KGW 539A safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGW 539A shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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