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52 EYV

1982 Vauxhall Cresta

Red Petrol 3300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,047 mi
Last recorded48,047 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration52 EYV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 48,047 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 48,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 47,963 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 45,715 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 43,619 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 42,706 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 41,405 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 41,076 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 41,076 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 40,852 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 40,852 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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52 EYV is a 1982 Vauxhall Cresta in Red with a 3,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 52 EYV, 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 44 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 52 EYV registered?

52 EYV is a 1982 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 13 December 1982.

Is 52 EYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 52 EYV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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