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BYD 52C

1965 Austin Princess

Green Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

30,882 mi
Last recorded30,882 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 52C
MakeAustin
ModelPrincess
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Feb 2006 30,882 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Austin Princess?

Based on 704 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
367
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
brake binding 23
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 23
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
brake application uneven 18
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BYD 52C is a 1965 Austin Princess in Green with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Austin Princess fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BYD 52C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 61 years old, this Austin Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BYD 52C?

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What year was BYD 52C registered?

BYD 52C is a 1965 Austin Princess, first registered on 1 August 1965.

Is BYD 52C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYD 52C 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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