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VYJ 516

1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Silver Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,422 mi
Last recorded39,422 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia53,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 516
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 May 2016 39,422 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 37,889 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 36,010 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 32,576 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 32,567 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 32,419 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 32,419 miles

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 32,156 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 32,157 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering component cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Note: Speedometer cable is fouling on drag-link.

Fail 14 Jun 2005 32,069 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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VYJ 516 is a 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Silver with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 53,576 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 VYJ 516, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VYJ 516 registered?

VYJ 516 is a 1993 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 20 August 1993.

Is VYJ 516 safe to buy?

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