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951 YUF

1954 Austin A40

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,542 mi
Last recorded82,542 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2011
Typical for 1954 Austin A4051,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration951 YUF
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1954
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2011 82,542 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 86,214 miles

How Reliable is the Austin A40?

Based on 7,076 MOT tests across 1,266 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
269
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
1,266
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
brake binding 147
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 137
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 136
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951 YUF is a 1954 Austin A40 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 51,962 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin A40 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 951 YUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A40 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 72 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 951 YUF registered?

951 YUF is a 1954 Austin A40, first registered on 16 July 1954.

Is 951 YUF safe to buy?

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