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XGF 225M

1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,810 mi
Last recorded2,810 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2009
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia48,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGF 225M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2009 2,810 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear wings heavily corroded

Pass 30 May 2006 2,236 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 2,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Rear suspension slightly bouncy.

offside wiper slightly worn on fixture.

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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XGF 225M is a 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,133 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 XGF 225M, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XGF 225M registered?

XGF 225M is a 1989 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is XGF 225M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGF 225M shows 3 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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