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PBY 269D

1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Yellow Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,969 mi
Last recorded23,969 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia35,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBY 269D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1966
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 23,969 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 22,913 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 22,913 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 20,364 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight drag offside rear brake

Pass 24 Mar 2016 19,196 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 19,195 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

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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PBY 269D is a 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Yellow with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PBY 269D, 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 PBY 269D registered?

PBY 269D is a 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is PBY 269D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBY 269D shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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