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A66 RUM

1983 Austin Saloon

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,075 mi
Last recorded81,075 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA66 RUM
MakeAustin
ModelSaloon
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2006 81,075 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2005 77,041 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Saloon?

Based on 454 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
193
Miles/Year
93
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
brake recording little or no effort 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
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A66 RUM is a 1983 Austin Saloon in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Saloon fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A66 RUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Saloon typically stays on UK roads for around 93 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Saloon is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A66 RUM registered?

A66 RUM is a 1983 Austin Saloon, first registered on 30 September 1983.

Is A66 RUM safe to buy?

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