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KOR 916L

1972 Vauxhall Firenza

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,456 mi
Last recorded95,456 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza56,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOR 916L
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 95,456 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 95,239 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 95,055 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 95,051 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 94,862 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 94,598 miles

engine oil leaks

fuel breather pipe squashed above exhaust

Fail 26 Aug 2021 94,584 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

engine oil leaks

fuel breather pipe squashed above exhaust

Pass 29 Aug 2020 94,375 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 94,208 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 94,047 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 94,028 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 94,018 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 25,588 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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KOR 916L is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza in Silver with a 2,279cc 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 KOR 916L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KOR 916L?

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What year was KOR 916L registered?

KOR 916L is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is KOR 916L safe to buy?

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