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0DT371

1953 Standard Vanguard

Black Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,082 mi
Last recorded74,082 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2005
Typical for 1953 Standard Vanguard63,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration0DT371
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2005 74,082 miles

How Reliable is the Standard Vanguard?

Based on 587 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
238
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 22
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 12
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 11
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0DT371 is a 1953 Standard Vanguard in Black with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Standard Vanguard models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 63,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Standard Vanguard fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 0DT371, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Standard Vanguard typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 73 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 0DT371 registered?

0DT371 is a 1953 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 1 March 1953.

Is 0DT371 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 0DT371 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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