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VYJ 485

1955 Standard 10

Black Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,365 mi
Last recorded79,365 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1955 Standard 1061,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYJ 485
MakeStandard
Model10
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 79,365 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 78,766 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 78,764 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 78,261 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 77,750 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 77,749 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 77,407 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

some play in s /box

Pass 17 Nov 2007 75,964 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 75,157 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 74,964 miles

How Reliable is the Standard 10?

Based on 655 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
213
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Stop lamp not working 17
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 15
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VYJ 485 is a 1955 Standard 10 in Black with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1955 Standard 10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 61,840 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 Standard 10 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYJ 485, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Standard 10 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 71 years old, this Standard 10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VYJ 485?

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What year was VYJ 485 registered?

VYJ 485 is a 1955 Standard 10, first registered on 14 July 1955.

Is VYJ 485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYJ 485 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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