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JYP 757K

1972 Vauxhall Firenza

Red Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

80,005 mi
Last recorded80,005 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza56,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYP 757K
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 80,005 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 79,593 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 78,301 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 77,370 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 75,031 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 72,746 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 72,167 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 71,860 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak

Fail 15 Dec 2015 71,860 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on motor nut loose on mechanism (8.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2015 71,854 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 71,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 71,289 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 71,289 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 65,427 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Sep 2012 65,427 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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JYP 757K is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza in Red with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Firenza fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYP 757K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYP 757K registered?

JYP 757K is a 1972 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is JYP 757K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYP 757K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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