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TGC 810L

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,623 mi
Last recorded57,623 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 810L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 57,623 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 57,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 57,581 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 57,580 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 58,423 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 57,579 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 57,579 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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TGC 810L is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TGC 810L, 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 TGC 810L registered?

TGC 810L is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1973.

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The MOT history for TGC 810L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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