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DVG 609G

1989 Vanden Plas Princess

Grey Petrol 3909cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,006 mi
Last recorded35,006 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVG 609G
MakeVanden Plas
ModelPrincess
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,909cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 35,006 miles

engine missfire

suspect incorrect date of registration

Fail 3 Jul 2012 34,994 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 34,892 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 34,806 miles

slight play in n/s/f track rod end

Pass 8 May 2006 34,800 miles
Pass 13 May 2005 34,747 miles

How Reliable is the Vanden Plas Princess?

Based on 2,229 MOT tests across 266 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
324
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 77
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
brake binding 57
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 51
Stop lamp not working 48
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DVG 609G is a 1989 Vanden Plas Princess in Grey with a 3,909cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Vanden Plas Princess fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVG 609G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vanden Plas Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 37 years old, this Vanden Plas Princess is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DVG 609G registered?

DVG 609G is a 1989 Vanden Plas Princess, first registered on 31 July 1989.

Is DVG 609G safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVG 609G shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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