£4,480
1972 VAUXHALL VIVA HC
United Kingdom • 13 Apr 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Vauxhall Viva HC is a well-maintained classic with a previous restoration, boasting its original bill of sale and a file of service history. Upgrades include a Weber carburettor and retro stereo, adding to its appeal as a fun entry-level classic, despite showing 77,000 miles and some wear.
Condition
6
The car is described as well-maintained and presents well, with repainted bodywork and good vinyl interior. It has some upgrades like a Weber carburettor and a retro stereo. However, it's also described as being subject to a previous restoration, has over 77,000 miles, and shows wear consistent with its age, suggesting it's not in pristine or outstanding condition.
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Manual
Transmission:
931112E174253
Chassis No:
Odometer:
77,000 miles
DOF 481K
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
After several years of decline, the Vauxhall Viva helped revive the fortunes of the Luton-based manufacturer.
The small saloon went head-to-head with Ford’s Escort and Cortina, selling between 1963 and 1979 1.5-million examples.
The HC Viva was mechanically the same as the earlier HB but with more modern styling and greater interior space.
From 1973 the entry 1256 cc models staying as Vivas with an optional 1.8 litre engine if automatic transmission was chosen.
The 1.8 and 2.3 litre models took on more luxurious trim and were rebadged as the Magnum in the USA.
At the same time, the Firenza coupé was given a radical makeover with an aerodynamic nose and beefed up 2.3 litre twin carburettor engine mated to a ZF five-speed gearbox, turning it into the HP (High Performance) Firenza.
The American influence was still obvious on the design, with narrow horizontal rear lamp clusters, flat dashboard with a 'letterbox' style speedometer and a pronounced mid bonnet hump that was echoed in t...
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£5,000
Median Price (Since 2020)
£19,620
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 26 2024
Latest MOT Mileage
76,154 miles
Registration Date
1972-05-03
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 27 2023 with 76,154 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Minor oil leaks from engine.
Failed
On Mar 01 2023 with 76,154 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
- Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe to manifold. (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- minor oil leaks from engine
Passed
On Jul 14 2020 with 75,541 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Bottom ball joint has slight free play.
Passed
On Oct 01 2018 with 74,908 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front seat belt button missing
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 27 2017 with 72,984 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- o/s seatbelt clasp, cover missing.
Passed
On Jul 17 2015 with 72,926 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
User Entered:
- n/s wiper blade split
Passed
On Feb 21 2014 with 71,257 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Passed
On Mar 01 2013 with 70,841 miles
Passed
On Jun 28 2011 with 70,113 miles
Passed
On Mar 11 2010 with 69,994 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed
On Sep 11 2008 with 67,901 miles
Passed
On Sep 07 2007 with 64,498 miles
Failed
On Sep 07 2007 with 64,498 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
User Entered:
- oil leak on engine
- slight play in both front wheel bearings
Passed
On Sep 15 2006 with 61,696 miles
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