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XPU 88L

1973 Vauxhall Victor

Gold Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

50,782 mi
Last recorded50,782 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1973 Vauxhall Victor36,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPU 88L
MakeVauxhall
ModelVictor
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 50,782 miles

horn switch faulty

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

nearside front inner lower arch (near sill) corroded, outside prescribed areas

Fail 15 Jan 2026 50,781 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

horn switch faulty

nearside front inner lower arch (near sill) corroded, outside prescribed areas

Fail 24 Sep 2025 50,780 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 50,651 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 50,651 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 50,567 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 50,347 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2019 50,156 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 49,909 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 May 2017 49,636 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 49,474 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 49,149 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 48,951 miles

Gearbox oil leak from speedo drive

engine oil leak from rocker cover

nearside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 31 May 2013 48,713 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 48,713 miles

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 May 2012 48,586 miles

N/S/F tyre deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2011 48,438 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 48,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2010 48,365 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 48,285 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 48,270 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 47,610 miles

Fuel pipe from tank perishing

Oil leak

Fail 17 Mar 2008 47,517 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Off side steering rack end has slight play

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2006 46,885 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2006 46,885 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Victor?

Based on 6,898 MOT tests across 932 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
369
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 220
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 180
brake binding 170
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 163
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XPU 88L is a 1973 Vauxhall Victor in Gold with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1973 Vauxhall Victor models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,992 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 Victor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPU 88L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Victor typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 53 years old, this Vauxhall Victor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XPU 88L registered?

XPU 88L is a 1973 Vauxhall Victor, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is XPU 88L safe to buy?

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