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NOD 971

1952 Standard Vanguard

Green Petrol 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,786 mi
Last recorded78,786 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2011
Typical for 1952 Standard Vanguard44,258 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOD 971
MakeStandard
ModelVanguard
Year1952
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,088cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2011 78,786 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 77,466 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 77,466 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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NOD 971 is a 1952 Standard Vanguard in Green with a 2,088cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1952 Standard Vanguard models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 44,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NOD 971, 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 74 years old, this Standard Vanguard is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NOD 971?

You can check the full history of NOD 971 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NOD 971 registered?

NOD 971 is a 1952 Standard Vanguard, first registered on 17 September 1952.

Is NOD 971 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOD 971 shows 3 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 NOD 971 have outstanding finance?

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