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YLW 146

1960 Vauxhall Velox

Grey Petrol 2260cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,858 mi
Last recorded12,858 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1960 Vauxhall Velox67,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLW 146
MakeVauxhall
ModelVelox
Year1960
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,260cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 12,858 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 11,928 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 11,041 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 10,986 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jun 2015 10,056 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2014 7,489 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 7,489 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 4,009 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 4,008 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 2,926 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 2,863 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 2,449 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 15,175 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 8,182 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 99,166 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Velox?

Based on 1,315 MOT tests across 222 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
414
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
222
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 33
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 31
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 27
brake binding 27
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YLW 146 is a 1960 Vauxhall Velox in Grey with a 2,260cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1960 Vauxhall Velox models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 67,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Velox fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLW 146, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Velox typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 66 years old, this Vauxhall Velox is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YLW 146 registered?

YLW 146 is a 1960 Vauxhall Velox, first registered on 13 June 1960.

Is YLW 146 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLW 146 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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