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SPD 786L

1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,360 mi
Last recorded17,360 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia48,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPD 786L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 17,360 miles

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

battery loose

both rear ant roll bar link bushes are becoming deteriorated

both rear lower/inner sills have slight corrosion

Pass 13 May 2015 17,284 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 17,088 miles

Floors, inner archs and sills corroading.

Pass 3 Dec 2010 16,913 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 27 Nov 2010 16,895 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 16,696 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Holes in front floors but not within prescibed areas.

Pass 2 May 2008 16,484 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

offside front lower ball joint gaiter split

Pass 3 May 2007 15,001 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 10,416 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 10,407 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SPD 786L is a 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,133 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 SPD 786L, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPD 786L registered?

SPD 786L is a 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 15 September 1989.

Is SPD 786L safe to buy?

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