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HRT 715J

1971 Vauxhall Firenza

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

64,074 mi
Last recorded64,074 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza53,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRT 715J
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 64,074 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 64,072 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 64,072 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 63,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 61,091 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 59,918 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 58,994 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 57,000 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 18,104 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 16,420 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 15 Aug 2015 13,833 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 99,889 miles

Corrosion starting to form on offside outer sill

Near side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2013 96,922 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Slight corrosion forming on offside outer sill

Pass 11 Aug 2012 94,832 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Aug 2011 92,590 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 90,562 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 87,572 miles

Corrosion starting to form on rear section of nearside inner sill.

Surface corrosion starting to form on offside front chassis leg underside.

Pass 20 Sep 2008 83,813 miles

Slight corrosion to nearside outer sill,by rear wheel arch

Fail 20 Sep 2008 83,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight corrosion to nearside outer sill,by rear wheel arch

Pass 7 Sep 2007 77,648 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 72,796 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Visual emission check

Pass 17 Sep 2005 68,518 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Firenza?

Based on 1,170 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 14
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HRT 715J is a 1971 Vauxhall Firenza in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1971 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 53,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HRT 715J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Firenza typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HRT 715J?

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What year was HRT 715J registered?

HRT 715J is a 1971 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 21 June 1971.

Is HRT 715J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRT 715J shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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