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PRP 238D

2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia25,571 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRP 238D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018
Pass 30 Aug 2017

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from offside of axle

Pass 25 Aug 2016

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Aug 2016

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010
Pass 27 Mar 2009
Fail 27 Mar 2009

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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PRP 238D is a 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 25,571 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 PRP 238D, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PRP 238D registered?

PRP 238D is a 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 28 January 2005.

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The MOT history for PRP 238D shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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