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WAU 744

1956 Vauxhall Velox

Black Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,356 mi
Last recorded48,356 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2011
Typical for 1956 Vauxhall Velox57,335 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAU 744
MakeVauxhall
ModelVelox
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2011 48,356 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 48,309 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 48,240 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 48,225 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 48,170 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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WAU 744 is a 1956 Vauxhall Velox in Black with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Vauxhall Velox models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 57,335 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 WAU 744, 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 70 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 WAU 744?

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What year was WAU 744 registered?

WAU 744 is a 1956 Vauxhall Velox, first registered on 9 February 1956.

Is WAU 744 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAU 744 shows 5 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 WAU 744 have outstanding finance?

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