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HTU 256K

1972 Vauxhall Firenza

Yellow Petrol 1759cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,491 mi
Last recorded61,491 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza56,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTU 256K
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,759cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 61,491 miles

body has corrosion

Fail 20 Oct 2015 61,488 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

body has corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2014 61,046 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 60,821 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 60,771 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,685 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 60,428 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 60,428 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 59,209 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 58,111 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 57,325 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 56,852 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 56,836 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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HTU 256K is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza in Yellow with a 1,759cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 56,852 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 Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HTU 256K, 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 54 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HTU 256K registered?

HTU 256K is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 14 July 1972.

Is HTU 256K safe to buy?

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