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KAU 398N

1975 Vauxhall Firenza

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,295 mi
Last recorded10,295 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1975 Vauxhall Firenza32,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAU 398N
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 10,295 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 8,580 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 8,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 7,976 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 7,962 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 7,962 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 7,953 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 65,576 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 65,272 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 63,623 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 41,448 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 40,827 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 400,811 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Steering wheel weakened by cracks (2.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 40,610 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 40,610 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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KAU 398N is a 1975 Vauxhall Firenza in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1975 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 32,971 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 KAU 398N, 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 51 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KAU 398N registered?

KAU 398N is a 1975 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 5 May 1975.

Is KAU 398N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAU 398N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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