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DPE 242

1935 Austin Ruby

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,424 mi
Last recorded12,424 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 1935 Austin Ruby24,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPE 242
MakeAustin
ModelRuby
Year1935
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2014 12,424 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 11,842 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 10,851 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 10,558 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 45,460 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 45,460 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 44,930 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 44,326 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 43,545 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 42,854 miles

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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DPE 242 is a 1935 Austin Ruby in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DPE 242, 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

How do I check the history of DPE 242?

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What year was DPE 242 registered?

DPE 242 is a 1935 Austin Ruby, first registered on 31 December 1935.

Is DPE 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPE 242 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DPE 242 have outstanding finance?

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