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TKP 659H

1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,721 mi
Last recorded15,721 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia62,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKP 659H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2013 15,721 miles

offside outersill showing signs of corosion

slight play in both king pins

Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,271 miles

offside rear sill showing signs of corrosion

slight play in both king pins

Fail 27 Mar 2012 15,271 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

offside rear sill showing signs of corrosion

slight play in both king pins

Pass 7 Sep 2010 13,702 miles

Front anti roll bar D-bushes perished

O/S inner sill showing slight signs of corrosion

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 1 Sep 2010 13,699 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front anti roll bar D-bushes perished

O/S inner sill showing slight signs of corrosion

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 7 Apr 2009 12,295 miles

Headlamps have been taped to give right beam image

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Slight side play and lift in both front king pins

Vehicle getting rusty and has had exstensive welding repair

Pass 2 Mar 2007 10,392 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 10,392 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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TKP 659H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,376 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 TKP 659H, 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 56 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 TKP 659H registered?

TKP 659H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 26 January 1970.

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