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CAB 730H

1970 Vauxhall Cresta

White Petrol 3294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

716 mi
Last recorded716 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 1970 Vauxhall Cresta60,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAB 730H
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,294cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 716 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

headlamp pattern poor

wipers poor

Fail 13 Aug 2013 716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

headlamp pattern poor

wipers poor

Fail 30 Sep 2011 563 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 563 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 526 miles

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

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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CAB 730H is a 1970 Vauxhall Cresta in White with a 3,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1970 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 60,689 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 CAB 730H, 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 56 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAB 730H registered?

CAB 730H is a 1970 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is CAB 730H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAB 730H shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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