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KFN 908

1955 Vauxhall Cresta

Maroon Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,343 mi
Last recorded55,343 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 1955 Vauxhall Cresta53,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFN 908
MakeVauxhall
ModelCresta
Year1955
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 55,343 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 55,264 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 54,100 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 53,215 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 53,212 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

slight leak to exhaust system

Fail 9 Feb 2010 53,212 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket nut missing (2.4.B.6c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

both front wheel rims slightly distorted

dust covers missing to both inner track rod ends and o/s outer track rod end

fuel pipe fouling exhaust

steering wheel has surface cracks

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Cresta?

Based on 4,159 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
brake binding 107
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 78
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
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KFN 908 is a 1955 Vauxhall Cresta in Maroon with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1955 Vauxhall Cresta models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 53,212 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 Cresta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KFN 908, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Cresta typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 71 years old, this Vauxhall Cresta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KFN 908 registered?

KFN 908 is a 1955 Vauxhall Cresta, first registered on 16 May 1955.

Is KFN 908 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFN 908 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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