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RBY 335K

1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Orange Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,619 mi
Last recorded67,619 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBY 335K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 67,619 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 67,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 67,015 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 65,849 miles

Offside Front Upper Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 63,580 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 63,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 62,520 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Oil leak

hole in n/s floor pan

Pass 17 Feb 2014 61,101 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 59,107 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 59,107 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 57,247 miles

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

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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RBY 335K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Orange with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 RBY 335K, 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 RBY 335K registered?

RBY 335K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 3 January 1972.

Is RBY 335K safe to buy?

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