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PAL 605M

1974 Vauxhall Viva

Blue Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,938 mi
Last recorded63,938 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1974 Vauxhall Viva49,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAL 605M
MakeVauxhall
ModelViva
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 63,938 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 63,736 miles

Rear wheel arches corroded.

Fail 2 Sep 2021 63,736 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wheel arches corroded.

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Viva?

Based on 305,239 MOT tests across 39,920 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
3,975
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
39,920
On UK Roads
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PAL 605M is a 1974 Vauxhall Viva in Blue with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Vauxhall Viva models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 49,170 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Vauxhall Viva typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 52 years old, this Vauxhall Viva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PAL 605M?

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What year was PAL 605M registered?

PAL 605M is a 1974 Vauxhall Viva, first registered on 5 June 1974.

Is PAL 605M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAL 605M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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