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FBW 689K

1972 Vauxhall Firenza

Orange Petrol 1256cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,463 mi
Last recorded77,463 miles
Recorded on21 May 2007
Typical for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza56,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBW 689K
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,256cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 May 2007 77,463 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 May 2006 76,529 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Firenza?

Based on 1,170 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 14
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FBW 689K is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza in Orange with a 1,256cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 56,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBW 689K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Firenza typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FBW 689K registered?

FBW 689K is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 23 March 1972.

Is FBW 689K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBW 689K shows 2 tests 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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