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XAS 949

1960 Vauxhall Cresta

Black Petrol 2262cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,980 mi
Last recorded8,980 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1960 Vauxhall Cresta47,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAS 949
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,262cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 8,980 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear spring schackle bushes slightly perished

Fail 31 May 2022 8,976 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side very low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear spring schackle bushes slightly perished

Pass 10 Jan 2018 5,431 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 5,120 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 4,863 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 4,682 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 4,503 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 3,577 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 2,389 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 924 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 6 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 2,136 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 746 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 4 miles

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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XAS 949 is a 1960 Vauxhall Cresta in Black with a 2,262cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XAS 949, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XAS 949 registered?

XAS 949 is a 1960 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 18 August 1960.

Is XAS 949 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAS 949 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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