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RYY 369K

1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,119 mi
Last recorded90,119 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia50,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYY 369K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 90,119 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 90,108 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 90,098 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 90,093 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 90,083 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 90,061 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 89,966 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 89,808 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 89,542 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 89,178 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 88,722 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 87,576 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 86,150 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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RYY 369K is a 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 50,611 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 RYY 369K, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RYY 369K registered?

RYY 369K is a 1997 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is RYY 369K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYY 369K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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