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PGV 721H

1970 Volkswagen Karmann

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,115 mi
Last recorded64,115 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann31,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGV 721H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 64,115 miles

N/S/F SUSPENSION TORSION BAR PILLAR WEAK WITH CORROSION.

N/S/F TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LIMIT.

N/S/R,AND O/S/R BODY MOUNTING AREAS WEAK WITH CORROSION ABOVE AXLE.

Pass 19 Feb 2008 62,130 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 62,088 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 50,928 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 50,928 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 May 2006 50,704 miles

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

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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PGV 721H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Karmann models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 31,251 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PGV 721H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 56 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGV 721H registered?

PGV 721H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 15 January 1970.

Is PGV 721H safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGV 721H 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.

Does PGV 721H have outstanding finance?

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