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TFV 746J

1971 Vauxhall Victor

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,210 mi
Last recorded20,210 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Vauxhall Victor49,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFV 746J
MakeVauxhall
ModelVictor
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 20,210 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 18,874 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 18,075 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 14,472 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 11,341 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 54,104 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 54,104 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

water pump leaking

Pass 17 May 2010 5,110 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 4,786 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 4,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2008 4,786 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 4,786 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 May 2007 36,555 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 2,587 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 2,587 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Victor?

Based on 6,898 MOT tests across 932 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
369
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 220
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 180
brake binding 170
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 163
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TFV 746J is a 1971 Vauxhall Victor in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1971 Vauxhall Victor models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 49,356 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 Victor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFV 746J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Victor typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 55 years old, this Vauxhall Victor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TFV 746J registered?

TFV 746J is a 1971 Vauxhall Victor, first registered on 1 June 1971.

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