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FAL 489J

1971 Vauxhall Victor

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,224 mi
Last recorded7,224 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 Vauxhall Victor49,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAL 489J
MakeVauxhall
ModelVictor
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 7,224 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 7,136 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

handbrake has very little reserve travel

Pass 8 Sep 2016 6,956 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 6,956 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 6,804 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 6,803 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 6,325 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 6,134 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 5,580 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 5,235 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 4,822 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 4,479 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 4,019 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 3,564 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 3,551 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 3,016 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Victor?

Based on 6,898 MOT tests across 932 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
369
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 220
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 180
brake binding 170
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 163
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FAL 489J is a 1971 Vauxhall Victor in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Vauxhall Victor models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 49,356 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 Victor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAL 489J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Victor typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 55 years old, this Vauxhall Victor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAL 489J registered?

FAL 489J is a 1971 Vauxhall Victor, first registered on 2 March 1971.

Is FAL 489J safe to buy?

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