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OCK 69H

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Yellow Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,385 mi
Last recorded31,385 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCK 69H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 31,385 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 31,134 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 31,134 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,810 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 30,508 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 30,508 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 29,471 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 28,386 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 28,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 26,972 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,278 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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OCK 69H is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Yellow with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OCK 69H, 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 OCK 69H registered?

OCK 69H is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 15 October 1973.

Is OCK 69H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCK 69H shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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