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DVG 160G

1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,519 mi
Last recorded90,519 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia44,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVG 160G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 90,519 miles

fuel tank in poor condition

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Fail 21 Mar 2016 90,519 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel tank in poor condition

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 31 Mar 2015 90,002 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 89,279 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 89,279 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 88,846 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 88,543 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 88,542 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 88,479 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DVG 160G is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DVG 160G, 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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What year was DVG 160G registered?

DVG 160G is a 1992 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 10 November 1992.

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The MOT history for DVG 160G shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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