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MLY 507L

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,179 mi
Last recorded43,179 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLY 507L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 43,179 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 43,179 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 May 2016 42,812 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 42,807 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 41,983 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 41,197 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 40,280 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 39,445 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 39,308 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 39,150 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 38,888 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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MLY 507L is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 41,983 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 MLY 507L, 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 53 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 MLY 507L registered?

MLY 507L is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 3 January 1973.

Is MLY 507L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLY 507L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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