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XRU 853K

1971 Vauxhall Victor

Orange Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

58,083 mi
Last recorded58,083 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2006
Typical for 1971 Vauxhall Victor49,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 853K
MakeVauxhall
ModelVictor
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2006 58,083 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 58,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Lower Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

o/s/r tyre sidewall starting to perrish

Pass 9 Jun 2006 58,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r tyre sidewall starting to perrish

Fail 7 Mar 2006 58,050 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 1 Mar 2006 58,007 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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XRU 853K is a 1971 Vauxhall Victor in Orange with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1971 Vauxhall Victor models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 49,356 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 XRU 853K, 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 55 years old, this Vauxhall Victor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRU 853K?

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What year was XRU 853K registered?

XRU 853K is a 1971 Vauxhall Victor, first registered on 1 December 1971.

Is XRU 853K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRU 853K shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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