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APR 477A

1960 Standard Vanguard

Green Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

13,257 mi
Last recorded13,257 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 1960 Standard Vanguard24,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPR 477A
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2019 13,257 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 13,232 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 13,044 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 12,848 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 12,649 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 12,489 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 12,221 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 12,035 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 11,919 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 11,726 miles

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 11,233 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 11,073 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 10,862 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 10,471 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 10,074 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 10,044 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2005 9,824 miles

How Reliable is the Standard Vanguard?

Based on 587 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
238
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 11
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APR 477A is a 1960 Standard Vanguard in Green with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1960 Standard Vanguard models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 24,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Standard Vanguard fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APR 477A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Standard Vanguard typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 66 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was APR 477A registered?

APR 477A is a 1960 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 22 July 1960.

Is APR 477A safe to buy?

The MOT history for APR 477A shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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