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BSJ 956

1963 Austin A60

Black Petrol 1622cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

74,188 mi
Last recorded74,188 miles
Recorded on30 May 2006
Typical for 1963 Austin A6059,508 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSJ 956
MakeAustin
ModelA60
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,622cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 May 2006 74,188 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Austin A60?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 410 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 130
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 113
brake binding 102
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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BSJ 956 is a 1963 Austin A60 in Black with a 1,622cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1963 Austin A60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 59,508 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin A60 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSJ 956, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin A60 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 63 years old, this Austin A60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BSJ 956 registered?

BSJ 956 is a 1963 Austin A60, first registered on 15 May 1963.

Is BSJ 956 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSJ 956 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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