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HGD 783

1950 Standard Vanguard

Black Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,696 mi
Last recorded72,696 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGD 783
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2012 72,696 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 72,423 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 72,052 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 71,781 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 May 2008 71,508 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 71,263 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Standard Vanguard?

Based on 587 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
238
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 11
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HGD 783 is a 1950 Standard Vanguard in Black with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Standard Vanguard fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGD 783, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Standard Vanguard typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 76 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HGD 783 registered?

HGD 783 is a 1950 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 27 March 1950.

Is HGD 783 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGD 783 shows 6 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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