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DOX 239C

1965 Austin 1800

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,917 mi
Last recorded15,917 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1965 Austin 180034,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOX 239C
MakeAustin
Model1800
Year1965
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 15,917 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

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

Offside Inner Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,447 miles

Centre exhaust mounting broken

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 14,275 miles

Extensive welded repairs to underside

Offside front and rear tyres cracking

Fail 9 May 2014 14,260 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Extensive welded repairs to underside

Offside front and rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 Mar 2013 14,069 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,047 miles

both sides rear hydrolastic suspension mounts getting rusty and week

Fail 4 Nov 2008 14,047 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

both sides rear hydrolastic suspension mounts getting rusty and week

How Reliable is the Austin 1800?

Based on 1,165 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
537
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
brake binding 43
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 22
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DOX 239C is a 1965 Austin 1800 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1965 Austin 1800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 34,830 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 1800 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DOX 239C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin 1800 typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 61 years old, this Austin 1800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DOX 239C registered?

DOX 239C is a 1965 Austin 1800, first registered on 1 November 1965.

Is DOX 239C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOX 239C shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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