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WXE 266M

1973 Vauxhall Firenza

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,045 mi
Last recorded76,045 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza51,626 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWXE 266M
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 76,045 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 May 2016 74,721 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 73,314 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 May 2015 73,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 72,130 miles

Front brake balance may require attention soon

Hazard switch in poor condition

Pass 25 May 2013 69,864 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 69,420 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2011 66,766 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Firenza?

Based on 1,170 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 14
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WXE 266M is a 1973 Vauxhall Firenza in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 51,626 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 Vauxhall Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WXE 266M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Firenza typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WXE 266M registered?

WXE 266M is a 1973 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 19 October 1973.

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