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SKK 242H

1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

White Petrol 1483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,107 mi
Last recorded62,107 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia45,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKK 242H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,483cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 62,107 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 62,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 62,095 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 62,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 62,032 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 61,798 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 61,494 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 61,494 miles

Nearside Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 61,330 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 60,826 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 60,058 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 60,056 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Upper Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Lower Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Lower Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 58,892 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 58,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 58,152 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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SKK 242H is a 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in White with a 1,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 45,266 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 SKK 242H, 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 35 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SKK 242H registered?

SKK 242H is a 1991 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 2 September 1991.

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