MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,309 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering rack boot twisted N/S
Slight binding N/S/R
offside steering rack has slight play
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Vanden Plas 1300 Princess?
Based on 1,533 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WGT 408M is a 1974 Vanden Plas 1300 Princess in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1974 Vanden Plas 1300 Princess models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 37,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Vanden Plas 1300 Princess fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WGT 408M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Vanden Plas 1300 Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 52 years old, this Vanden Plas 1300 Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of WGT 408M?
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What year was WGT 408M registered?
WGT 408M is a 1974 Vanden Plas 1300 Princess, first registered on 9 May 1974.
Is WGT 408M safe to buy?
The MOT history for WGT 408M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does WGT 408M have outstanding finance?
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