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SVN 946K

1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,282 mi
Last recorded77,282 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVN 946K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 77,282 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 77,137 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 77,173 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 76,857 miles

Offside Front tyre has slight cracking on outer wall

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 11 Jul 2017 76,852 miles

Direction indicators not working All (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged Split (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired clip in wrong (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch at front (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired clip in wrong (3.6.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch at front (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front tyre has slight cracking on outer wall

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 76,805 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 76,801 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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SVN 946K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 44,294 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 SVN 946K, 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 54 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 SVN 946K registered?

SVN 946K is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1972.

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