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AFM 774A

1963 Austin A40

Maroon Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,971 mi
Last recorded35,971 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 1963 Austin A4058,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 774A
MakeAustin
ModelA40
Year1963
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2012 35,971 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 774A is a 1963 Austin A40 in Maroon 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 774A, 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

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What year was AFM 774A registered?

AFM 774A is a 1963 Austin A40, first registered on 1 June 1963.

Is AFM 774A safe to buy?

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