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MCY 63J

1991 Buick Riviera

Black Petrol 7441cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

80,029 mi
Last recorded80,029 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 63J
MakeBuick
ModelRiviera
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,441cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2011 80,029 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 80,008 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 79,995 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 79,981 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 79,981 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 79,929 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 5 Dec 2005 79,969 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit attachment cracked (2.4.F.1b)

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

brake light staying on

How Reliable is the Buick Riviera?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
553
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
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MCY 63J is a 1991 Buick Riviera in Black with a 7,441cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Buick Riviera fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MCY 63J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buick Riviera typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Buick Riviera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MCY 63J registered?

MCY 63J is a 1991 Buick Riviera, first registered on 13 September 1991.

Is MCY 63J safe to buy?

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