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HGL 574

1958 Vauxhall Cresta

Blue Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,303 mi
Last recorded99,303 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1958 Vauxhall Cresta48,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGL 574
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 99,303 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 98,463 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 97,885 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 97,145 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 95,832 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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HGL 574 is a 1958 Vauxhall Cresta in Blue with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 48,884 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 HGL 574, 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 68 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGL 574 registered?

HGL 574 is a 1958 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 21 May 1958.

Is HGL 574 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGL 574 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGL 574 have outstanding finance?

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