CarVerify

Free Car Check

848 XUN

1960 Standard Vanguard

Green Petrol 2088cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,864 mi
Last recorded48,864 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2011
Typical for 1960 Standard Vanguard24,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Standard
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration848 XUN
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
View full Standard Vanguard reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2011 48,864 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 48,624 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 48,619 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 48,153 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 47,472 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 47,471 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Standard Vanguard reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

848 XUN is a 1960 Standard Vanguard in Green with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1960 Standard Vanguard models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 24,746 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 Standard Vanguard fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 848 XUN, 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 66 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 848 XUN?

You can check the full history of 848 XUN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 848 XUN registered?

848 XUN is a 1960 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 2 March 1960.

Is 848 XUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 848 XUN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 848 XUN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 848 XUN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.