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DBY 779M

1987 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,214 mi
Last recorded92,214 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBY 779M
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 92,214 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 91,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 91,133 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 91,121 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 81,121 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 81,121 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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DBY 779M is a 1987 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DBY 779M, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBY 779M registered?

DBY 779M is a 1987 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 6 January 1987.

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The MOT history for DBY 779M shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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