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RKR 101M

1974 Vauxhall Firenza

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,198 mi
Last recorded14,198 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza50,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKR 101M
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 14,198 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 13,920 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 13,871 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 13,555 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 13,419 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 13,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2016 13,267 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,096 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 12,922 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 12,914 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 12,907 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 12,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2009 12,759 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 12,648 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 11,917 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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RKR 101M is a 1974 Vauxhall Firenza in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1974 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,620 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 RKR 101M, 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 52 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RKR 101M registered?

RKR 101M is a 1974 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 17 May 1974.

Is RKR 101M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKR 101M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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