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NWJ 500K

1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,309 mi
Last recorded84,309 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2010
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia61,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWJ 500K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2010 84,309 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 84,274 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 May 2009 84,260 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 84,164 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 84,164 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 83,775 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 83,505 miles

Slight play in the front wheels.

Slight play in the steerings.

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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NWJ 500K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 61,566 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 NWJ 500K, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NWJ 500K registered?

NWJ 500K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is NWJ 500K safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWJ 500K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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