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CXE 188M

1974 Vauxhall Firenza

Black Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,711 mi
Last recorded77,711 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza50,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXE 188M
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 77,711 miles

Front brake pads moving in callipers

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

low effort on both sides of handbrake

Pass 19 Jun 2024 77,027 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 77,024 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at a joint (7.1.2)

Rear tie bar nuts were loose (tightened prs)

boykit fitted outer sills not fully inspected

Fail 14 Jul 2016 77,024 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at a joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear tie bar nuts were loose (tightened prs)

boykit fitted outer sills not fully inspected

Pass 13 Jan 2015 76,964 miles

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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CXE 188M is a 1974 Vauxhall Firenza in Black with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,620 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 Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CXE 188M, 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 52 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CXE 188M registered?

CXE 188M is a 1974 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 28 June 1974.

Is CXE 188M safe to buy?

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