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SEH 999L

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

8,248 mi
Last recorded8,248 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEH 999L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 8,248 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 7,089 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 7,089 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2018 3,232 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 2,048 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 2,048 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 1,562 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 1,562 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 1,274 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 1,017 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 745 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 67 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 65 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 99,799 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 99,724 miles

o/s front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 17 Dec 2008 99,327 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 99,081 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 99,081 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 98,156 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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SEH 999L is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SEH 999L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SEH 999L registered?

SEH 999L is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is SEH 999L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEH 999L shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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