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WVO 378G

1969 Volkswagen Karmann

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,142 mi
Last recorded87,142 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVO 378G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 87,142 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 87,142 miles

Oil leak ()

Wiper arm attachment worn

Fail 21 Jun 2017 87,142 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Wiper arm attachment worn

Pass 15 Jun 2016 87,142 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 87,142 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2015 87,142 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 87,142 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 87,142 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 87,142 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 87,143 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 87,142 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 87,141 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 87,091 miles

offside front road wheel very close to front wing on full lock

slight play in torsion bar swivel bearings on front axle, both sides.

Pass 18 Sep 2006 87,041 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 87,041 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Karmann?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
418
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 109
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 52
Horn not working 48
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 39
position lamp(s) not working 38
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WVO 378G is a 1969 Volkswagen Karmann in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Karmann fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WVO 378G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Karmann typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 57 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WVO 378G registered?

WVO 378G is a 1969 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 31 December 1969.

Is WVO 378G safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVO 378G shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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