CarVerify

Free Car Check

697 AXY

1960 Vauxhall Cresta

Pink Petrol 2262cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

46,024 mi
Last recorded46,024 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 1960 Vauxhall Cresta47,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration697 AXY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1960
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 46,024 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 45,207 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 44,575 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 44,371 miles

Offside Inner Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 43,977 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 43,855 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 43,855 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 43,721 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 44,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 44,016 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 40,162 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,712 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 41,004 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 40,341 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
Full Vauxhall Cresta reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

697 AXY is a 1960 Vauxhall Cresta in Pink with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1960 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 697 AXY, 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 66 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 697 AXY?

You can check the full history of 697 AXY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 697 AXY registered?

697 AXY is a 1960 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 2 September 1960.

Is 697 AXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 697 AXY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 697 AXY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 697 AXY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.