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FVV 141

1956 Vauxhall Cresta

Maroon Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,122 mi
Last recorded45,122 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1956 Vauxhall Cresta49,991 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVV 141
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1956
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2021 45,122 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 44,711 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 44,109 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 43,918 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 43,702 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 43,638 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 43,597 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 42,842 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 42,584 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 42,264 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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FVV 141 is a 1956 Vauxhall Cresta in Maroon with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 49,991 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FVV 141, 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 70 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FVV 141 registered?

FVV 141 is a 1956 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 1 February 1956.

Is FVV 141 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVV 141 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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