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VPA 809

1954 Vauxhall Velox

Black Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,940 mi
Last recorded13,940 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1954 Vauxhall Velox31,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPA 809
MakeVauxhall
ModelVelox
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 May 2013 13,940 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 13,855 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,293 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 12,889 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,240 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,439 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 10,511 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 9,936 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Velox?

Based on 1,315 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
414
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 27
brake binding 27
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VPA 809 is a 1954 Vauxhall Velox in Black with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Vauxhall Velox models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 31,379 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Velox fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPA 809, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Velox typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 72 years old, this Vauxhall Velox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VPA 809?

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What year was VPA 809 registered?

VPA 809 is a 1954 Vauxhall Velox, first registered on 9 July 1954.

Is VPA 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPA 809 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VPA 809 have outstanding finance?

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