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OGU 536D

1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,941 mi
Last recorded65,941 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGU 536D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 65,941 miles

Front FRONT APRON IS CORRODED.

Pass 8 Nov 2017 65,856 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 65,549 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 65,549 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor next to jacking point (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres inner sidewalls perrished

rear floor / inner sill corroded and weak (Both sides )

steering damper insecure

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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OGU 536D is a 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 35,622 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 OGU 536D, 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 60 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 OGU 536D registered?

OGU 536D is a 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is OGU 536D safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGU 536D shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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