MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,999 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
slight play o/s/f wheelbearing
How Reliable is the Austin 1300?
Based on 2,322 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AOU 255J is a 1971 Austin 1300 in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1971 Austin 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 41,667 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin 1300 fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AOU 255J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this Austin 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of AOU 255J?
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What year was AOU 255J registered?
AOU 255J is a 1971 Austin 1300, first registered on 27 April 1971.
Is AOU 255J safe to buy?
The MOT history for AOU 255J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AOU 255J have outstanding finance?
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