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DSU 387

1955 Austin Champ

Green Diesel 2700cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

96,533 mi
Last recorded96,533 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 387
MakeAustin
ModelChamp
Year1955
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2012 96,533 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 93,875 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 90,436 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 88,824 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 84,643 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 80,276 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 77,824 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Champ?

Based on 1,018 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
parking brake recording little or no effort 18
Stop lamp not working 16
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
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DSU 387 is a 1955 Austin Champ in Green with a 2,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Champ fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSU 387, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Champ typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 71 years old, this Austin Champ is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of DSU 387?

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What year was DSU 387 registered?

DSU 387 is a 1955 Austin Champ, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is DSU 387 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 387 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.

Does DSU 387 have outstanding finance?

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