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AAY 817J

1971 Vauxhall Firenza

Yellow Petrol 12591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,399 mi
Last recorded38,399 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2010
Typical for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza53,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAY 817J
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine12,591cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2010 38,399 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Corrosion to front coil springs

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 May 2006 38,336 miles

Slight distortion to rear tyres.

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Firenza?

Based on 1,170 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 14
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AAY 817J is a 1971 Vauxhall Firenza in Yellow with a 12,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 53,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AAY 817J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Firenza typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAY 817J registered?

AAY 817J is a 1971 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 23 July 1971.

Is AAY 817J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAY 817J shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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