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NTJ 326M

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Black Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,956 mi
Last recorded53,956 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTJ 326M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 53,956 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2017 53,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working when position lights are on (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 53,671 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Heat exchangers corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Widespread structural welding repairs evident

Pass 1 Apr 2010 49,758 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 49,427 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 49,426 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside front wheelarch rusted through at rear.

Small hole [rusted through] at drivers floor pan area.

Pass 2 Feb 2007 49,378 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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NTJ 326M is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Black with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 NTJ 326M, 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 NTJ 326M registered?

NTJ 326M is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 4 October 1973.

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