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KWM 312

1955 Vauxhall Cresta

Green Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,101 mi
Last recorded90,101 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1955 Vauxhall Cresta53,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWM 312
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 90,101 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 89,370 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 87,448 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 85,919 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 84,147 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 81,918 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 79,818 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 78,492 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 77,340 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 77,337 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 75,244 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 73,362 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 72,263 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 71,926 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cresta?

Based on 4,159 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 107
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 78
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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KWM 312 is a 1955 Vauxhall Cresta in Green with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1955 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 53,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KWM 312, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cresta typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 71 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KWM 312 registered?

KWM 312 is a 1955 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 21 January 1955.

Is KWM 312 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWM 312 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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