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TGF 214L

1972 Volkswagen Karmann

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,653 mi
Last recorded91,653 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2011
Typical for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann27,950 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGF 214L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2011 91,653 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

brake pipes front to rear heavily undersealed

offside rear inner driveshaft gaiter split

vehicle has a slight lean on nearside rear

Pass 20 Jul 2011 91,526 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 91,525 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 91,484 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 91,476 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 91,138 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 65,016 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 65,000 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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TGF 214L is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Volkswagen Karmann models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 27,950 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGF 214L, 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 54 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGF 214L registered?

TGF 214L is a 1972 Volkswagen Karmann, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is TGF 214L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGF 214L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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