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DKJ 686

1936 Austin Ruby

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,908 mi
Last recorded13,908 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1936 Austin Ruby29,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKJ 686
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1936
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 May 2012 13,908 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,589 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 13,345 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 12,881 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 12,683 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 12,522 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 12,184 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DKJ 686 is a 1936 Austin Ruby in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1936 Austin Ruby models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 29,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DKJ 686, 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 90 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 DKJ 686 registered?

DKJ 686 is a 1936 Austin Ruby, first registered on 21 September 1936.

Is DKJ 686 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKJ 686 shows 7 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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