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290 BVT

1957 Standard 10

Green Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,153 mi
Last recorded6,153 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration290 BVT
MakeStandard
Model10
Year1957
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 6,153 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,153 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 5,962 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 5,948 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 5,933 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 5,920 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 5,906 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 5,891 miles

How Reliable is the Standard 10?

Based on 655 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Stop lamp not working 17
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 15
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290 BVT is a 1957 Standard 10 in Green with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Standard 10 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 290 BVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Standard 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 69 years old, this Standard 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 290 BVT?

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What year was 290 BVT registered?

290 BVT is a 1957 Standard 10, first registered on 16 May 1957.

Is 290 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 290 BVT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 290 BVT have outstanding finance?

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