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ONO 202K

1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,315 mi
Last recorded39,315 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia61,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONO 202K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2025 39,315 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sills and floor pad rusted and holed ( entire lenth ) as marked . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached nut is loose. (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sills and floor pad rusted and holed ( entire lenth ) as marked. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 27 Feb 2018 36,065 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

advise front brake pads low

Pass 9 Mar 2017 34,418 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 34,414 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 32,808 miles

under side rusting

Pass 1 Mar 2013 29,509 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 28,850 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 28,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion front inner arches

corrosion nearside rear inner arch

corrosion offside rear floor front of axle

Pass 21 Aug 2008 27,033 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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ONO 202K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ONO 202K, 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.

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ONO 202K is a 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 August 1971.

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