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RCD 228G

1976 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,548 mi
Last recorded5,548 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCD 228G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2007 5,548 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 5,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 5,400 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 5,400 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyre sidewalls perished

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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RCD 228G is a 1976 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RCD 228G, 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 50 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RCD 228G registered?

RCD 228G is a 1976 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 2 January 1976.

Is RCD 228G safe to buy?

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