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ARC 855T

1978 Vauxhall Viva

Green Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,916 mi
Last recorded83,916 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 Vauxhall Viva45,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARC 855T
MakeVauxhall
ModelViva
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 83,916 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 83,916 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Viva?

Based on 305,239 MOT tests across 39,920 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
3,975
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
39,920
On UK Roads
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ARC 855T is a 1978 Vauxhall Viva in Green with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Vauxhall Viva models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 45,619 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Vauxhall Viva typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 48 years old, this Vauxhall Viva is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ARC 855T registered?

ARC 855T is a 1978 Vauxhall Viva, first registered on 15 September 1978.

Is ARC 855T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARC 855T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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