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531 NOF

1964 Austin 1800

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,365 mi
Last recorded25,365 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
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Vehicle Details

Registration531 NOF
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1964
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 25,365 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 25,134 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 25,065 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 25,065 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014
Fail 23 Apr 2014 24,843 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,621 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 24,377 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 24,343 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 22,935 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 21,945 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 21,945 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 20,611 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 20,611 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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531 NOF is a 1964 Austin 1800 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Austin 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 531 NOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 62 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 531 NOF?

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What year was 531 NOF registered?

531 NOF is a 1964 Austin 1800, first registered on 30 July 1964.

Is 531 NOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 531 NOF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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