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SMK 311M

1974 Vauxhall Firenza

Silver Petrol 2279cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,992 mi
Last recorded3,992 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza50,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMK 311M
MakeVauxhall
ModelFirenza
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,279cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 3,992 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 3,821 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 3,582 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 3,582 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 3,185 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 2,720 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 2,059 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 1,257 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 382 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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SMK 311M is a 1974 Vauxhall Firenza in Silver with a 2,279cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Vauxhall Firenza models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 50,620 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 SMK 311M, 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 52 years old, this Vauxhall Firenza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SMK 311M registered?

SMK 311M is a 1974 Vauxhall Firenza, first registered on 16 May 1974.

Is SMK 311M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMK 311M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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