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MPA 516D

1966 Vauxhall Cresta

Black Petrol 3293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,753 mi
Last recorded80,753 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1966 Vauxhall Cresta51,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPA 516D
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1966
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,293cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 80,753 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 80,235 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 79,835 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 79,348 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 78,934 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2012 78,562 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2012

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 78,184 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 77,702 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 77,098 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2009 77,096 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 76,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 76,388 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 76,066 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2006 76,056 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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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MPA 516D is a 1966 Vauxhall Cresta in Black with a 3,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1966 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 51,779 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 Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPA 516D, 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 60 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 MPA 516D registered?

MPA 516D is a 1966 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 25 March 1966.

Is MPA 516D safe to buy?

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