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RCH 71M

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,063 mi
Last recorded57,063 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2009
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCH 71M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2009 57,063 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 57,063 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 54,837 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 52,283 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 48,835 miles

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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RCH 71M is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 41,983 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RCH 71M, 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 53 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 RCH 71M registered?

RCH 71M is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is RCH 71M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCH 71M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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