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LTE 860K

1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,468 mi
Last recorded23,468 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTE 860K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 23,468 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 23,364 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 23,297 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 23,253 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 23,187 miles

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 23,187 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 23,051 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 22,975 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 22,859 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 22,648 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 22,520 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 22,501 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 22,203 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 14,658 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 14,658 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LTE 860K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 44,294 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 LTE 860K, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LTE 860K registered?

LTE 860K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 9 February 1972.

Is LTE 860K safe to buy?

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