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YOI 166

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,263 mi
Last recorded99,263 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia41,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOI 166
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 99,263 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 97,069 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 93,303 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 93,303 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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YOI 166 is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 41,983 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 YOI 166, 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 53 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YOI 166 registered?

YOI 166 is a 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 1 January 1973.

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