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APP 270J

1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,126 mi
Last recorded24,126 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 270J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 24,126 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 22,517 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front brake disc is pitted/coroded

Fail 4 Sep 2017 22,517 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside front brake disc is pitted/coroded

Pass 5 Aug 2016 22,489 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 21,327 miles

corrosion around engine mountings

Pass 15 Jul 2013 20,775 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion around engine mountings

Fail 15 Jul 2013 20,775 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion around engine mountings

Pass 22 Mar 2012 20,572 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 20,382 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 20,374 miles

ADVISE : CORROSION IN ENGINE BAY FLOOR PAN.

ADVISE : CPORROSIN SHOWING IN REAR STEEL BRAKE PIPE SECTIONS.

ADVISE : FRONT FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSES CRACKING.

ADVISE : OFF SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION TOP BALL JOINT GAITER SPLIT AND NEAR SIDE FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT GAITER SPLIT.

ADVISE : OFF SIDE REAR TYRE CRACKING NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE HAS CUT IN OUTER WALL.

ADVISE : WELDED REPAIRS TO FLOOR PAN ARE CLOSELY SPOT WELDED NOT CONTINUAL SEAM WELDED.

ADVISE: MAIN PETROL PIPE RUNS CLOSE TO EXHAUST SYSTEM UNSHIELDED.

Pass 13 Jun 2008 20,374 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 20,374 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 20,374 miles

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroded

n/s/r tyre wall cut

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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APP 270J is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 44,774 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 APP 270J, 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 34 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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APP 270J is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 12 May 1992.

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