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RVG 284

1961 Vauxhall Cresta

Black Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,117 mi
Last recorded76,117 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 1961 Vauxhall Cresta54,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVG 284
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2019 76,117 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 76,075 miles

N/S/R Bump stop missing

Pass 20 Jun 2017 75,963 miles

Nearside Rear Bump stop missing

Pass 23 Apr 2016 75,871 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber mounting bush slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Suspension bump stop missing

Pass 28 Apr 2015 75,727 miles

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

Oil leak

nearside front wheel bearing slight noisey

nearside steering idler as slight play

Pass 11 Apr 2014 75,605 miles

nearside steering idler has slight play

slight brake pull to nearside

Pass 29 Apr 2013 75,416 miles

Front brakes slightly out of balance.

Front lower trunion bearings some play detected (both sides)

Nearside rear suspension bump stop missing.

Steering idler bearing some movement detected.

Pass 21 Apr 2012 75,320 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 74,904 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 74,568 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside front service brake binding slightly.

Pass 18 Apr 2009 74,236 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 73,882 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 73,535 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 73,253 miles

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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RVG 284 is a 1961 Vauxhall Cresta in Black with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 54,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RVG 284, 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 65 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RVG 284 registered?

RVG 284 is a 1961 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 23 May 1961.

Is RVG 284 safe to buy?

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