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VGC 547W

1978 Cadillac Fleetwood

White Petrol 6966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,875 mi
Last recorded24,875 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGC 547W
MakeCadillac
ModelFleetwood
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,966cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,875 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 24,960 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 24,328 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 24,292 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Cadillac Fleetwood?

Based on 1,425 MOT tests across 183 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
550
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Stop lamp not working 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
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VGC 547W is a 1978 Cadillac Fleetwood in White with a 6,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Cadillac Fleetwood fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGC 547W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Cadillac Fleetwood typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 48 years old, this Cadillac Fleetwood is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGC 547W registered?

VGC 547W is a 1978 Cadillac Fleetwood, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is VGC 547W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGC 547W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGC 547W have outstanding finance?

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