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MCH 865D

2003 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,313 mi
Last recorded7,313 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia55,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 865D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 7,313 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 7,313 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 7,294 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 16 Jun 2015 7,239 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 7,167 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 7,118 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 7,049 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 6,711 miles

Windscreen wipers poor

Fail 6 Apr 2011 6,710 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front service brake veers left

Minor exhaust leak from nearside rear bank rear joint

Windscreen wipers poor

Pass 2 Apr 2010 6,289 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,921 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 5,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 5,513 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 5,312 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 865D is a 2003 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 55,738 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 865D, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MCH 865D registered?

MCH 865D is a 2003 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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The MOT history for MCH 865D shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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