MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
77,954 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (anchor) (2.4.B.1b)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)
Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (anchor) (2.4.B.1b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)
Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
Signs of corrosion on floor and chassis front and rear.
ALL 4 TYRES SLIGHTLY PERISHED
Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
How Reliable is the Austin Ruby?
Based on 523 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BVF 322 is a 1937 Austin Ruby in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1937 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 97.1% with a typical mileage of 44,328 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 Ruby fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVF 322, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Ruby typically stays on UK roads for around 91 years. At 89 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BVF 322?
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What year was BVF 322 registered?
BVF 322 is a 1937 Austin Ruby, first registered on 3 July 1937.
Is BVF 322 safe to buy?
The MOT history for BVF 322 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.
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