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JFO 701

1961 Standard Vanguard

Blue Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,285 mi
Last recorded88,285 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFO 701
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 May 2017 88,285 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 87,878 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 87,244 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 86,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 86,478 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 85,726 miles

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
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JFO 701 is a 1961 Standard Vanguard in Blue with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JFO 701, 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 65 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of JFO 701?

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What year was JFO 701 registered?

JFO 701 is a 1961 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 26 July 1961.

Is JFO 701 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFO 701 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JFO 701 have outstanding finance?

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