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MCH 659D

1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Beige Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,504 mi
Last recorded38,504 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 659D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1992
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 38,504 miles

Suspension lowered.

Pass 26 Jun 2016 37,130 miles

Alloy wheels. Front 145/65/15. Rear 165/15.

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

left hand drive

the suspension has been deliberately lowered

Fail 26 Jun 2016 37,130 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated both (2.5.A.2)

Alloy wheels. Front 145/65/15. Rear 165/15.

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

left hand drive

the suspension has been deliberately lowered

Pass 9 May 2015 36,578 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 35,821 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 34,747 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 34,224 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 May 2011 33,615 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 33,380 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 32,791 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 32,522 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 32,241 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 32,241 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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MCH 659D is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Beige with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 44,774 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 MCH 659D, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MCH 659D registered?

MCH 659D is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 November 1992.

Is MCH 659D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCH 659D shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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