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EBW 279A

1963 Vauxhall Victor

Beige Petrol 1508cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

6,627 mi
Last recorded6,627 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 1963 Vauxhall Victor60,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBW 279A
MakeVauxhall
ModelVictor
Year1963
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,508cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 6,627 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 5,957 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 4,891 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 4,501 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 4,074 miles

front brake imbalance 25%

o/s/f brake dragging slightly

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 8 May 2014 3,684 miles

front brake imbalance 25%

o/s/f brake dragging slightly

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 22 May 2013 3,362 miles

front brake imbalance 25%

o/s/f brake dragging slightly

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 22 May 2013 3,362 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/f brake dragging slightly

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

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 26 Apr 2012 2,956 miles

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

o/s/f brake dragging slightly

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

water in fuel filter?

Fail 26 Apr 2012 2,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

o/s/f brake dragging slightly

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

water in fuel filter?

Pass 5 May 2011 2,292 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 1,312 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 834 miles

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 27 Apr 2009 795 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

some noise from n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 12 May 2008 99,886 miles

long travel in handbrake

Pass 30 Apr 2007 98,976 miles

slight noise from front wheel bearings

slight oil leak from n/s/r hub

Pass 5 May 2006 98,129 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Victor?

Based on 6,898 MOT tests across 932 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
369
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 252
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 220
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 180
brake binding 170
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 163
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EBW 279A is a 1963 Vauxhall Victor in Beige with a 1,508cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1963 Vauxhall Victor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 60,005 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Victor fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EBW 279A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Victor typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 63 years old, this Vauxhall Victor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EBW 279A registered?

EBW 279A is a 1963 Vauxhall Victor, first registered on 15 March 1963.

Is EBW 279A safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBW 279A shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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