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JVN 114

1953 Standard Vanguard

Red Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,966 mi
Last recorded86,966 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2009
Typical for 1953 Standard Vanguard63,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVN 114
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1953
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2009 86,966 miles

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

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

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

nearside front outrigger corroded

play in both drag link bushes

steering system slightly rough

Fail 18 Aug 2009 86,966 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nearside front outrigger corroded

play in both drag link bushes

Pass 5 Aug 2008 86,895 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

front and rear body outriggers corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2007 86,964 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 86,414 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 85,911 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2005 85,911 miles

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

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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JVN 114 is a 1953 Standard Vanguard in Red with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1953 Standard Vanguard models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 63,272 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 Standard Vanguard fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVN 114, 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 73 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JVN 114 registered?

JVN 114 is a 1953 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 15 May 1953.

Is JVN 114 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVN 114 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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