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AFM 724A

1963 Austin A40

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,741 mi
Last recorded66,741 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2007
Typical for 1963 Austin A4058,768 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 724A
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2007 66,741 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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AFM 724A is a 1963 Austin A40 in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Austin A40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 58,768 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 AFM 724A, 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 63 years old, this Austin A40 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFM 724A?

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What year was AFM 724A registered?

AFM 724A is a 1963 Austin A40, first registered on 1 May 1963.

Is AFM 724A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 724A shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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