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WSG 784

1960 Vauxhall Cresta

Black Petrol 2651cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,522 mi
Last recorded13,522 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1960 Vauxhall Cresta47,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSG 784
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,651cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 13,522 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 10,484 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 8,144 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 7,664 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 1,823 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 1,809 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 1,728 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 17,129 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

middle and rear exhaust system has small leak of gases

Pass 20 Jul 2011 16,791 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 13,041 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 10,987 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 99,709 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 99,709 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 99,524 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 99,285 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cresta?

Based on 4,159 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 107
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 78
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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WSG 784 is a 1960 Vauxhall Cresta in Black with a 2,651cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1960 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WSG 784, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cresta typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 66 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WSG 784 registered?

WSG 784 is a 1960 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 2 December 1960.

Is WSG 784 safe to buy?

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