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COL 81

1997 Austin Ruby

Green Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,033 mi
Last recorded46,033 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOL 81
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 May 2012 46,033 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 46,033 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 46,033 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 46,033 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 46,033 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 46,033 miles

slight play in all steering joints.

slight play in both front suspension king pins.

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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COL 81 is a 1997 Austin Ruby in Green with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 COL 81, 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 29 years old, this Austin Ruby is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of COL 81?

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What year was COL 81 registered?

COL 81 is a 1997 Austin Ruby, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is COL 81 safe to buy?

The MOT history for COL 81 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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