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XHH 172H

1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,967 mi
Last recorded8,967 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia62,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHH 172H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 8,967 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 8,967 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 81,252 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Rear tyres run close to body

Fail 9 Apr 2021 81,252 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective Shocker lock nut (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Rear tyres run close to body

Fail 24 Feb 2021 81,224 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear tyres run close to body

Pass 15 Jun 2020 76,049 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 66,500 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 64,920 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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XHH 172H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,376 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 XHH 172H, 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 56 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XHH 172H registered?

XHH 172H is a 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is XHH 172H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHH 172H shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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