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575 VPK

1979 Vauxhall Cresta

Gold Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,812 mi
Last recorded12,812 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

Registration575 VPK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 12,812 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2020 12,661 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working all four (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 11,818 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 11,548 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 11,423 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 10,927 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 10,563 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 10,297 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 9,992 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 9,326 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 8,857 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cresta?

Based on 4,159 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 107
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 78
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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575 VPK is a 1979 Vauxhall Cresta in Gold with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 575 VPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cresta typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 47 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of 575 VPK?

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What year was 575 VPK registered?

575 VPK is a 1979 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 25 April 1979.

Is 575 VPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 575 VPK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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