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971 CTM

1961 Vauxhall Cresta

Blue Petrol 2651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,875 mi
Last recorded49,875 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 1961 Vauxhall Cresta54,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration971 CTM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,651cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2011 49,875 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 49,873 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 49,467 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 49,186 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 49,186 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 49,133 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 48,725 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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971 CTM is a 1961 Vauxhall Cresta in Blue with a 2,651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1961 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 54,874 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 Vauxhall Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 971 CTM, 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 65 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 971 CTM registered?

971 CTM is a 1961 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 20 January 1961.

Is 971 CTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 971 CTM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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