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OPB 63L

1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,889 mi
Last recorded37,889 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 63L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 37,889 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 36,987 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 36,231 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,012 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 33,951 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 32,610 miles

both front top shock rubber bushes perished and cracked

both front tyres perished and cracked tread to side wall area.rear tyres perished at same place but not as bad

Fail 13 Sep 2013 32,610 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front top shock rubber bushes perished and cracked

both front tyres perished and cracked tread to side wall area.rear tyres perished at same place but not as bad

Pass 26 Sep 2012 30,308 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 30,180 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear slight brake bind

Pass 22 Dec 2008 28,550 miles

head lamp aims on upper limits

oil leak

rear underside of vehicle corroded

slight freeplay at steering wheel

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 18 Dec 2008 28,546 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

oil leak

rear underside of vehicle corroded

slight freeplay at steering wheel

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 21 Nov 2007 27,667 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 27,649 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 25,539 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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OPB 63L is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 44,294 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 OPB 63L, 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 54 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 OPB 63L registered?

OPB 63L is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 December 1972.

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