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NEF 898P

1976 Vauxhall Firenza

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,812 mi
Last recorded41,812 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1976 Vauxhall Firenza44,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEF 898P
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 41,812 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 40,689 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 40,069 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 39,200 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 38,810 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 38,567 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 38,219 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 37,861 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 37,450 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,930 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 36,022 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,366 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 34,809 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 34,084 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 33,297 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 32,456 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 31,898 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 30,747 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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NEF 898P is a 1976 Vauxhall Firenza in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 44,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NEF 898P, 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 50 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 NEF 898P?

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What year was NEF 898P registered?

NEF 898P is a 1976 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 24 June 1976.

Is NEF 898P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEF 898P shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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