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MCH 750D

1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Yellow Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

53,523 mi
Last recorded53,523 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,429 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 750D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 53,523 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 53,283 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 53,258 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 53,243 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

fluctuation on both front brakes

Pass 12 Sep 2008 52,606 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 52,285 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 52,285 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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 750D is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Yellow with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 35,429 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 MCH 750D, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MCH 750D registered?

MCH 750D is a 1998 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is MCH 750D safe to buy?

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