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286 BOV

1960 Volkswagen Karmann

Red Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,995 mi
Last recorded50,995 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2010
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Vehicle Details

Registration286 BOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2010 50,995 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 50,995 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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286 BOV is a 1960 Volkswagen Karmann in Red with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 286 BOV, 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 66 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 286 BOV registered?

286 BOV is a 1960 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 14 July 1960.

Is 286 BOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 286 BOV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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