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SSC 743

1958 Vauxhall Cresta

Grey Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

66,935 mi
Last recorded66,935 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 1958 Vauxhall Cresta48,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSC 743
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1958
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 66,935 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake could do with adjusting

n/s front gearbox mounting split

slight perishing in most suspension bushes

Pass 5 Sep 2013 66,334 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 66,333 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 66,322 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 66,292 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 66,289 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 66,214 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

heavily wax oiled underbody

Pass 4 Jul 2008 66,082 miles

Oil leak

showing signs of underbody corrosion

slight play in steering

Fail 4 Jul 2008 66,082 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

showing signs of underbody corrosion

slight play in steering

Pass 29 Jul 2006 65,666 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

oil leak

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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SSC 743 is a 1958 Vauxhall Cresta in Grey with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1958 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 48,884 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 SSC 743, 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 68 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 SSC 743 registered?

SSC 743 is a 1958 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 7 August 1958.

Is SSC 743 safe to buy?

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