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FGF 463J

1970 Vauxhall Cresta

White Petrol 3293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,285 mi
Last recorded59,285 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 1970 Vauxhall Cresta60,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGF 463J
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,293cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 59,285 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 54,683 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 54,683 miles

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 52,885 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 51,259 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 51,259 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 50,608 miles

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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FGF 463J is a 1970 Vauxhall Cresta in White with a 3,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FGF 463J, 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.

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What year was FGF 463J registered?

FGF 463J is a 1970 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 21 October 1970.

Is FGF 463J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGF 463J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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