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ASV 294

1985 Standard Vanguard

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,728 mi
Last recorded86,728 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASV 294
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2012 86,728 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

both outer door sills corroded and repaird

general surface corrosion to bodywork

underside corroded and repaired

Pass 15 Mar 2012 86,443 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 86,443 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2011 85,212 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 84,209 miles

hand brake cable frayed, and rubbing on exhaust

wheel nut missing n/s/r wheel

Pass 3 Sep 2008 83,568 miles

wiper motor insecure

Fail 13 Aug 2008 83,566 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

offside and nearside rear boot floor corroded

wiper motor insecure

Pass 7 Jul 2006 83,257 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 83,257 miles

Nearside Inner Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

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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ASV 294 is a 1985 Standard Vanguard in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ASV 294, 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 41 years old, this Standard Vanguard is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ASV 294?

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What year was ASV 294 registered?

ASV 294 is a 1985 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 13 March 1985.

Is ASV 294 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASV 294 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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