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Facel Vega

Black · Petrol · 1959 · 6,400 cc

771 UYKMOT history

771 UYK is a black petrol Facel Vega first used on 31 Dec 1959. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 2 of 5 MOT tests, with 98,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
98,883 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
5
2 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
771 UYK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Facel Vega
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1959
First used
31 Dec 1959
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

771 UYK was last recorded at 98,883 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,854 miles · 11 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
8 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,883 miles
  • 2022 – 98,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,883 miles
  • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Wear in various steering component's

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

5 tests since 27 Apr 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,883 miles (+29)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    98,883 miles
    Test number
    641410890032
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  2. Fail98,854 miles5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,854 miles
    Test number
    803818108759
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering box sector shaft excessively worn idler arm bush (2.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass98,779 km1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,779 km
    Test number
    426656688603
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper bump stop's in poor condition
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam deflector's fitted
    • AdvisoryWear in various steering component's

  4. Fail98,777 km (+31)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,777 km
    Test number
    653444764436
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper bump stop's in poor condition
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam deflector's fitted
    • AdvisoryWear in various steering component's

  5. Fail98,746 km2 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,746 km
    Test number
    133680973433
    • DangerousNearside Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system leaking at servo (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dipping wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dipping wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 70% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working leaking into car (3.5 (a))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper o/s & n/s bump stop's in poor condition
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryWear in various steering component's

Questions about 771 UYK

What vehicle is registration 771 UYK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 771 UYK on a black petrol Facel Vega first used on 31 Dec 1959. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 771 UYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 771 UYK is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 771 UYK?
The MOT on 771 UYK is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 771 UYK done?
771 UYK was recorded at 98,883 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 8 miles a year.
Has 771 UYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 771 UYK has failed 3 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on 771 UYK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 771 UYK find?
771 UYK passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel, and 2 more.

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