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XAL 37G

2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,207 mi
Last recorded25,207 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia25,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 37G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 25,207 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 25,207 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 May 2016 24,931 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,602 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 24,385 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 22,607 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 21,938 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 20,663 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 19,360 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 19,358 miles

Nearside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 18,553 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 18,553 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 17,855 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 17,302 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 15,716 miles

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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XAL 37G is a 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 25,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XAL 37G, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XAL 37G registered?

XAL 37G is a 2005 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is XAL 37G safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAL 37G shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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