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XNV 542

1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Gold Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,168 mi
Last recorded49,168 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2012
Typical for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia60,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXNV 542
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKarmann Ghia
Year1961
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2012 49,168 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

windscreen washers and wipers poor

Fail 30 Aug 2012 49,163 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some play in steering suspension joints

Pass 6 Dec 2010 49,158 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

slight play steering and suspension

Pass 5 May 2007 48,899 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 48,486 miles

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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XNV 542 is a 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Gold with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 60,000 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 XNV 542, 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 65 years old, this Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XNV 542 registered?

XNV 542 is a 1961 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, first registered on 12 January 1961.

Is XNV 542 safe to buy?

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