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TYK 588M

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,942 mi
Last recorded2,942 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYK 588M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 2,942 miles

Offside head light has deflecter fitted at time of test.

Fail 22 Dec 2023 2,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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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TYK 588M is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TYK 588M, 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.

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What year was TYK 588M registered?

TYK 588M is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 15 August 1973.

Is TYK 588M safe to buy?

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