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CME 581

1935 Austin Ruby

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,518 mi
Last recorded5,518 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2012
Typical for 1935 Austin Ruby24,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCME 581
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1935
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2012 5,518 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 5,422 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

passenger and rear seats not fitted at time of test

slight perishing to sidewalls of nearside rear tyre

slight wear noticed in various steering "joints"

Pass 13 Oct 2010 5,315 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 5,315 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight wear in various steering components

How Reliable is the Austin Ruby?

Based on 523 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

94.1%
Pass Rate
172
Miles/Year
91
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
brake recording little or no effort 4
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 2
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CME 581 is a 1935 Austin Ruby in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1935 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 24,321 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 CME 581, 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 91 years old, this Austin Ruby is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CME 581 registered?

CME 581 is a 1935 Austin Ruby, first registered on 21 February 1935.

Is CME 581 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CME 581 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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